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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Chester Zoo is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Chester Zoo is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Chester via Milton Keynes Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Watford to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Watford and Chester Zoo is 166 miles. The road distance is 175.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Chester Zoo without a car is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Watford to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

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

Watford to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Watford to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Watford to Chester Zoo is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Watford to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford to Chester Zoo train arrive?

Watford to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Watford to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Chester Zoo is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Watford to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2195+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

Watford to Chester Zoo - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Watford to Chester Zoo by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Milton Keynes
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Crewetrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 59m
£37–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
6h 49m
£32–55
Drive 174.1 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Chester Zoocar 174.1 mi
3h 5m
£43–62
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 21m
£70–253
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
4h
£66–123
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 53m
£58–120
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Liverpool, train, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Black Boy PHbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Chestertrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Zoo Main Entrancebus
6h 46m
£65–200
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train, line 1 bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Zoo Main Entrancebus
6h 50m
£112–471

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Distance: 165 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Chester Zoo via Milton Keynes Central, Crewe, Chester, Railway Station, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to Chester Zoo via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 6h 49m.

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