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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Chester is to bus via Birmingham which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Chester. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Chester via Chippenham, Bristol Temple Meads and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Melksham to Chester?

The distance between Melksham and Chester is 194 miles. The road distance is 154.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Chester without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 30m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Melksham to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Chester bus from?

Melksham to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Chester train from?

Melksham to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Melksham to Chester?

The best way to get from Melksham to Chester is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 30m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 53m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Melksham to Chester bus arrive?

Melksham to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Melksham to Chester train arrive?

Melksham to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Chester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Melksham to Chester.

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

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Melksham to Chester - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Chester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Grand Parade, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

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There are 9 ways to get from Melksham to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
5h 30m
£90–143
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
7h 53m
£23–40
Drive 153.5 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Chestercar 153.5 mi
3h 25m
£38–55
Fly Bristol Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
6h 49m
£70–177
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 6m
£74–133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickhobus Gm3
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Chester Bus Interchangebus Gma
8h 45m
£36–83
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 53m
£130–400
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 15m
£117–253
Fly Bristol Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
7h 26m
£81–184

Melksham to Chester by train

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Distance: 192.8 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Chester via Chippenham, Bristol Temple Meads, and Stafford in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Chester Bus Interchange via Grand Parade, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 7h 53m.

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