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

The cheapest way to get from Rawtenstall to Chester is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rawtenstall to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Rawtenstall and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Rawtenstall station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bus station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens and Co-op Live. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Rawtenstall to Chester?

The distance between Rawtenstall and Chester is 57 miles. The road distance is 53.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rawtenstall to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 32m and costs £15 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Rawtenstall to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Chester bus from?

Rawtenstall to Chester bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus station.

Where does the Rawtenstall to Chester bus arrive?

Rawtenstall to Chester bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Rawtenstall to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rawtenstall to Chester is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Rawtenstall to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1108+ hotels available in Chester.

Rawtenstall to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Printworksbus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
2h 32m
£15–27
Drive 53.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rawtenstall to Chestercar 53.1 mi
1h 3m
£14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Co-op Live to Chester Bus Interchangebus Mc1
4h 27m
£19–30
Bus, train via Oxford Road Station
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Printworksbus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 49m
£18–26

Rawtenstall to Chester by bus and train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Rawtenstall, England and Chester, England?

You can take a bus from Bus station to Chester Bus Interchange via Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, Philips Park Cemetery, and Co-op Live in around 4h 27m.

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