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How to get fromLancaster University to Chesterby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Line 41 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Management School to Bus Stationbus bus 41
    2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
    3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain train
    2h 51m
    £22–35

  2. Drive 71.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Lancaster University to Chestercar car 71.2 mi
    1h 21m
    £18–25

  3. Line 42 bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Management School to St Chads Churchbus bus 42
    2. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Liverpool Lime Streettrain train
    3. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Chestertrain train
    4h 2m
    £31–59

  4. Line 42 bus, train, bus

    1. Take the bus from Management School to St Chads Churchbus bus 42
    2. Take the train from Poulton-le-Fylde to Liverpool Lime Streettrain train
    3. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus bus 1 / ...
    4h 55m
    £24–42

Lancaster University to Chester by foot, bus, and train

Calendar222Weekly Services
Duration2h 51mAverage Duration
Ticket£22Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 64.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Lancaster University to Chester. However, you can walk to Management School, take the line 41 bus to Bus Station, take the bus to Railway Station, walk to Preston, take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, then take the train to Chester. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lancaster University to Chester via Management School, St Chads Church, Poulton-le-Fylde, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 4h 2m.

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