What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Chester via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Southampton to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Southampton and Chester Zoo is 223 miles. The road distance is 198.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £90 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Chester Zoo bus from?

Southampton to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Chester Zoo train from?

Southampton to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £240 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Southampton to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Southampton to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Chester Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Chester Zoo is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Southampton to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2230+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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There are 7 ways to get from Southampton to Chester Zoo by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
5h 29m
£94–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
6h 40m
£35–58
Drive 197.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Chester Zoocar 197.2 mi
4h 15m
£49–71
Fly Southampton Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)plane SOU - LPL
7h 53m
£97–231
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 40m
£91–156
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 16m
£85–268
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Barnhamtrain
2. Take the train from Barnham to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
8h 44m
£104–216

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL) flights

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Chester Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Chester Zoo via Stafford, Chester, Railway Station, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Chester Zoo via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 6h 40m.

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