What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Chester is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Chester. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Dolphin Centre, Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Chester?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Chester is 180 miles. The road distance is 134 miles.

How do I travel from Barnard Castle to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Chester without a car is to line 84 bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Chester?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Barnard Castle to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Chester bus from?

Barnard Castle to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Chester bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Chester is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Barnard Castle to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1099+ hotels available in Chester.

Barnard Castle to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 84 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Chester by bus, train, or car

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Line 84 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Newton-le-Willowstrain
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Chestertrain
5h 22m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchangebus
7h 59m
£28–67
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Chestercar 133.2 mi
2h 28m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Hgte Bus Stn Stand 10bus 825
2. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester
8h 17m
£44–81

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Chester, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Chester Bus Interchange via Tubwell Row, Dolphin Centre, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 59m.

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