What is the cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Hartlepool and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Hartlepool to Chester. However, there are services departing from York Road - Central Library and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Middlesbrough and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Hartlepool and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Chester. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool and arriving at Chester via Thornaby and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Hartlepool to Chester?

The distance between Hartlepool and Chester is 170 miles. The road distance is 152.1 miles.

How do I travel from Hartlepool to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Chester without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Hartlepool to Chester?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Hartlepool to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Chester bus from?

Hartlepool to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Chester train from?

Hartlepool to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thornaby station.

Train or bus from Hartlepool to Chester?

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Chester bus arrive?

Hartlepool to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Hartlepool to Chester train arrive?

Hartlepool to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Hartlepool to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Hartlepool to Chester is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Hartlepool to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Hartlepool to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Hartlepool to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hartlepool to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Piccadillytrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno Junction / ...
5h 3m
£47–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
7h 49m
£24–37
Line 36 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gill Street to Bus Station Stand 11bus 36A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain
6h 55m
£32–55
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Chestercar 151.2 mi
2h 52m
£38–54

Hartlepool to Chester by train

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Hartlepool, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Hartlepool to Chester via Thornaby and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from York Road - Central Library to Chester Bus Interchange via Middlesbrough and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 49m.

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