What is the cheapest way to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Peterlee and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterlee station to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Peterlee Bus Station Stand H and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Bus Station Express Lounge, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Outlet Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Peterlee and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Peterlee to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Heworth and arriving at Chester via Newcastle and Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Peterlee to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Peterlee and Chester Zoo is 214 miles. The road distance is 155.8 miles.

How do I travel from Peterlee to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo without a car is to train via Central Station which takes 5h 42m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterlee to Chester Zoo bus from?

Peterlee to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Peterlee to Chester Zoo train from?

Peterlee to Chester Zoo train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Peterlee to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Peterlee to Chester Zoo is to train via Central Station which takes 5h 42m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Peterlee to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Peterlee to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Peterlee to Chester Zoo train arrive?

Peterlee to Chester Zoo train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Peterlee to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterlee to Chester Zoo is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Peterlee to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2236+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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

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Train via Central Station
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 42m
£58–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Outlet Villagebus 170
8h 16m
£26–48
Drive 154.9 mi
1. Drive from Peterlee to Chester Zoocar 154.9 mi
2h 51m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 22m
£50–84

Peterlee to Chester Zoo by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 212.7 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Peterlee, England and Chester Zoo, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Peterlee Bus Station Stand H to Chester Zoo via Bus Station Express Lounge, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Outlet Village, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 8h 16m.

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