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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Chester is to bus which costs £15 - £50 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Chester. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Chester via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Scarborough to Chester?

The distance between Scarborough and Chester is 149 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Scarborough to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Chester bus from?

Scarborough to Chester bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Chester train from?

Scarborough to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Train or bus from Scarborough to Chester?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Chester is to train which takes 4h and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Scarborough to Chester bus arrive?

Scarborough to Chester bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Scarborough to Chester train arrive?

Scarborough to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Chester is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Scarborough to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Manchester Victoriatrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
4h
£55–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchangebus
8h 11m
£15–49
Drive 144.7 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Chestercar 144.7 mi
2h 47m
£36–51
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Manchester Victoriatrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 15m
£58–96

Scarborough to Chester by train

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Scarborough to Chester via Manchester Victoria in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Chester Bus Interchange via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 8h 11m.

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