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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Chester is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Chester. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Chester via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Chester?

The distance between Wakefield and Chester is 79 miles. The road distance is 78.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Wakefield to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Chester train arrive?

Wakefield to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Chester is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Wakefield to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1099+ hotels available in Chester.

Wakefield to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 231 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Chester by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2h 28m
£29–53
Drive 77.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Chestercar 77.8 mi
1h 37m
£19–28
Line 231 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westgate A to Westgatebus 232 / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain
4h 9m
£26–45

Wakefield to Chester by train

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Distance: 78.8 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 28m.

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