What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at South Burns Stand K via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Chester-le-Street?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Chester-Le-Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Manchester and Chester-le-Street is 140 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

The train from Manchester Victoria to Chester-Le-Street takes 2h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chester-le-Street bus from?

Manchester to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Chester-le-Street train from?

Manchester to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

The best way to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Manchester to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

Manchester to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

Manchester to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Chester-Le-Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Chester-le-Street is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Manchester to Chester-le-Street.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Chester-le-Street?

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

There are 2236+ hotels available in Chester-le-Street.

Manchester to Chester-le-Street - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chester-Le-Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2h 11m
£40–70
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
4h 30m
£20–35
Drive 123.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Chester-le-Streetcar 123.5 mi
2h 26m
£31–45

Manchester to Chester-le-Street by train

118Weekly Trains

2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Chester-le-Street, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Chester-Le-Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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