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 £21 - £40 and takes 7h 12m.

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 and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Chester?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Chester is 176 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 4h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m 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 1115+ hotels available in Chester.

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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 Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 56m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
7h 12m
£21–40
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Chestercar 133.2 mi
2h 28m
£33–48
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 16m
£38–69

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Distance: 175.1 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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, Manchester Piccadilly, Warrington Central, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 7h 12m.

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