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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Chester-le-Street is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Chester-le-Street is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at South Burns Stand K via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

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

The distance between Preston and Chester-le-Street is 159 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Preston to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

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

Preston to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

Preston to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Chester-le-Street is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 15m.

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

Preston to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Preston to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Chester-le-Street is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Preston to Chester-le-Street.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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Preston to Chester-le-Street - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 35m
£38–93
Drive 112.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Chester-le-Streetcar 112.2 mi
2h 13m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 15m
£29–75
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chester-Le-Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 41m
£50–87

Preston to Chester-le-Street by train

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Chester-Le-Street via Carlisle and Newcastle in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to South Burns Stand K via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 6h 15m.

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