What is the cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester is to train and bus and line 310 bus which costs £17 - £45 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Barrow in Furness and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Barrow in Furness to Chester. However, there are services departing from Barrow-in-Furness and arriving at Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

The distance between Barrow in Furness and Chester is 100 miles. The road distance is 117.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barrow in Furness to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester without a car is to train via Preston which takes 2h 58m and costs £24 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barrow in Furness to Chester train from?

Barrow in Furness to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barrow-in-Furness station.

Where does the Barrow in Furness to Chester train arrive?

Barrow in Furness to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrow in Furness to Chester is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Barrow in Furness to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Barrow in Furness to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chester
2h 58m
£25–56
Train, bus, line 310 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Preston
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Station2A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen Square Bus Station310
4. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchange1 / ...
6h 9m
£18–42
Drive 116.6 mi
1. Drive from Barrow in Furness to Chester116.6 mi
2h 14m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancaster
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chester
3h 1m
£30–53

Barrow in Furness to Chester by train

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2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Barrow in Furness, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Barrow-in-Furness to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 58m.

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