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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Chester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Chester via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Chester?

The distance between Reading and Chester is 172 miles. The road distance is 170.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Reading to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Chester train from?

Reading to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chester is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Reading to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1109+ hotels available in Chester.

Reading to Chester - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
3h 53m
£83–120
Drive 169.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Chestercar 169.1 mi
3h 25m
£42–60
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
4h 48m
£88–318
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 36m
£83–131
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
4h 46m
£113–246
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
6h 36m
£122–521

Reading to Chester by train

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Distance: 171.1 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Chester via Stafford in around 3h 53m.

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