What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £70 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Chester. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Chester. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Chester via Victoria station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Chester?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Chester is 208 miles. The road distance is 217.2 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Chester bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Chester train from?

Gatwick Airport to Chester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick Airport to Chester?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £200 and takes 4h 44m, you could also bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Chester bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Chester train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Chester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Chester is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
3h 44m
£74–121
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus Interchangebus Uk021 / ...
6h 38m
£35–59
Drive 216 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Chestercar 216 mi
4h 2m
£55–79
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
4h 44m
£79–196
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
7h
£35–59
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 8m
£74–221
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 35m
£102–322

Gatwick Airport to Chester by train and subway

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Distance: 207.1 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Chester via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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