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

The cheapest way to get from Lancashire to Chester is to line 47 bus and bus which costs £9 - £13 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancashire to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Lancashire and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancashire to Chester. However, there are services departing from Wheatley Farm and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Southport Interchange and Whitechapel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Lancashire and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Lancashire to Chester. However, there are services departing from Langho and arriving at Chester via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Lancashire to Chester?

The distance between Lancashire and Chester is 56 miles. The road distance is 62.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancashire to Chester without a car is to line 280 bus and train which takes 2h 11m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Lancashire to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Chester bus from?

Lancashire to Chester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Southport Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Chester train from?

Lancashire to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Langho station.

Train or bus from Lancashire to Chester?

The best way to get from Lancashire to Chester is to line 47 bus and bus which takes 5h 22m and costs £9 - £13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Lancashire to Chester bus arrive?

Lancashire to Chester bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Lancashire to Chester train arrive?

Lancashire to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Lancashire to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancashire to Chester is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Lancashire to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Chester.

Lancashire to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 280 bus

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

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Line 280 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Wheatley Farm to Bus Stationbus 280
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
2h 11m
£22–35
Line 47 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47 / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
5h 22m
£9–13
Drive 61.7 mi
1. Drive from Lancashire to Chestercar 61.7 mi
1h 14m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Langho to Manchester Victoriatrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
2h 50m
£26–47

Lancashire to Chester by bus and train

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2h 11mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.5 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Wheatley Farm to Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Southport Interchange, Queen Square Bus Station, and Whitechapel in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Langho to Chester via Manchester Victoria in around 2h 50m.

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