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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Chester is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Chester. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Chester via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Chester?

The distance between Lancaster and Chester is 66 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Chester without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Lancaster to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Chester train from?

Lancaster to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Where does the Lancaster to Chester train arrive?

Lancaster to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Chester is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Lancaster to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1123+ hotels available in Chester.

Lancaster to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Lancaster to Chester by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno Junction / ...
1h 33m
£21–36
Drive 73.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to Chestercar 73.6 mi
1h 25m
£19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from George Street to St Chads Churchbus 42
2. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Chestertrain
4h 13m
£29–52

Lancaster to Chester by train

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1h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Lancaster to Chester via Warrington Bank Quay in around 1h 33m.

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