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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Chester is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Chester is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Chester. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Chester. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Chester via Manningtree, Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Harwich to Chester?

The distance between Harwich and Chester is 253 miles. The road distance is 232.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Harwich to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Chester bus from?

Harwich to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Chester train from?

Harwich to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Train or bus from Harwich to Chester?

The best way to get from Harwich to Chester is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 11h.

Where does the Harwich to Chester bus arrive?

Harwich to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Harwich to Chester train arrive?

Harwich to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Harwich to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Chester is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Harwich to Chester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Harwich to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Harwich to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
4h 51m
£101–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Coventry to Chester Bus Interchangebus
11h
£43–92
Drive 231.6 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Chestercar 231.6 mi
4h 28m
£57–82
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 31m
£122–370
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Warrington Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
9h 28m
£116–188
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
7h 33m
£273–631
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
8h 25m
£69–182
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
7h 19m
£159–353

Harwich to Chester by train, foot, and subway

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.3 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Chester via Manningtree, London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Chester Bus Interchange via Stanwell Street, Osborne Street, Post Office, Railway Station, Coach Station, and Coventry in around 11h.

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