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

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to Chester-le-Street is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shildon to Chester-le-Street is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £65 - £80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Shildon to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from King William and arriving at Front Street via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Shildon to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Shildon and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

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

The distance between Shildon and Chester-le-Street is 37 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shildon to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Shildon to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

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

Shildon to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by Weardale Motor Services, depart from King William station.

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

Shildon to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Shildon station.

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

The best way to get from Shildon to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 40m.

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

Shildon to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by Weardale Motor Services, arrive at High Street station.

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

Shildon to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Darlington station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Shildon to Chester-le-Street is 18 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Shildon to Chester-le-Street.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shildon to Darlingtontrain Bishop Auckland - Saltburn / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Chester-Le-Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
1h 14m
£14–26
Drive 18.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shildon to Chester-le-Streetcar 18.1 mi
28 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from King William to High Streetbus 99
2. Take the bus from High Street to Front Streetbus X21
1h 40m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shildon to Chester-le-Streettaxi 18.1 mi
28 min
£65–80

Shildon to Chester-le-Street by train

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Distance: 36.5 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

You can take a train from Shildon to Chester-Le-Street via Darlington in around 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King William to Front Street via High Street in around 1h 40m.

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