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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to bus via Manchester which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 35m.

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 Victoria Road - Grand Hotel and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Hartlepool to Chester?

The distance between Hartlepool and Chester is 172 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 line 36 bus and train which takes 5h 52m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m 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 does the Hartlepool to Chester bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1119+ hotels available in Chester.

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 bus, train, or car

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Line 36 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road - Grand Hotel to Rail Stationbus 36 / ...
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain
5h 52m
£46–87
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
7h 35m
£22–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930
7h 10m
£28–47
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Chestercar 151.2 mi
2h 52m
£38–55

Hartlepool to Chester by bus and train

96Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.5 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, Liverpool One once daily. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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