What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Chester is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Chester. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Chester?

The distance between Blackpool and Chester is 62 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Chester without a car is to train via Warrington Bank Quay which takes 1h 57m and costs £16 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Chester?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Blackpool to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Chester train from?

Blackpool to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Where does the Blackpool to Chester train arrive?

Blackpool to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Chester is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Blackpool to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 964+ hotels available in Chester.

Blackpool to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Chester by train, bus, 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.

Train via Warrington Bank Quay
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chester
1h 57m
£16–42
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchange1 / ...
3h 20m
£9–30
Drive 67.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Chester67.2 mi
1h 29m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to ChesterChester - Chester / ...
2h 16m
£16–36

Blackpool to Chester by train

231Weekly Trains

1h 57mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Chester.

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Distance: 62 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 1h 57m.

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