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 and train which costs £12 - £65 and takes 5h 56m.

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 27m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Chester?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Chester is 136 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 bus and train via Kendal which takes 4h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Barnard Castle to Chester, including transfers.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Chester is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Barnard Castle to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1011+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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

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Bus, train via Kendal
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Blackhall Roadbus 572
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 33m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 56m
£13–63
Line 84 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 42m
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Chestercar 133.2 mi
2h 27m
£32–46

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnard Castle to Chester.

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Distance: 135.5 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

There is no direct connection from Barnard Castle to Chester. However, you can take the bus to Blackhall Road, take the bus to Station, walk to Oxenholme Lake District, take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, then take the train to Chester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Chester via Tubwell Row, Darlington, and Newton-le-Willows in around 4h 42m.

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