What is the cheapest way to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Farnworth and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Farnworth to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Trafford Street and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Manchester Central Coach Station and Outlet Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Farnworth to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Farnworth and Chester Zoo is 52 miles. The road distance is 37.3 miles.

How do I travel from Farnworth to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Farnworth to Chester Zoo bus from?

Farnworth to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Trafford Street station.

Where does the Farnworth to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Farnworth to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Can I drive from Farnworth to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Farnworth to Chester Zoo is 37 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Farnworth to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 1109+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

Farnworth to Chester Zoo - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Farnworth to Chester Zoo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Zoo Main Entrancebus X1 / ...
2h 51m
£20–35
Drive 37.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Farnworth to Chester Zoocar 37.1 mi
50 min
£10–14
Line 37 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trafford Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 21m
£19–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Farnworth to Chester Zootaxi 37.1 mi
50 min
£95–120
Line 37 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Trafford Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Outlet Villagebus 170
4h 58m
£16–34

Farnworth to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Farnworth, Bolton, England and Chester Zoo, England?

You can take a bus from Trafford Street to Chester Zoo via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Outlet Village, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 4h 58m.

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