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

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 26m.

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 26m 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 58m.

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 which takes 4h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m 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 26m to drive from Barnard Castle to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 955+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Blackhall Road572
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 41m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Station177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One171 / ...
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
7h 58m
£22–62
Line 84 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Row84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Newton-le-WillowsNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 51m
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Chester133.2 mi
2h 26m
£33–48

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnard Castle to Chester.

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Distance: 135.5 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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 58m.

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