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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Chester is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Burnley to Chester?

The distance between Burnley and Chester is 68 miles. The road distance is 61.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Burnley to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Chester train from?

Burnley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Where does the Burnley to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Chester is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Burnley to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 961+ hotels available in Chester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Burnley 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
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chester
2h 14m
£22–39
Drive 60.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Chester60.7 mi
1h 16m
£16–22
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to PrintworksX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to ChesterManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
3h 17m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Todmorden Bus Station591
2. Take the train from Todmorden to ChesterLeeds - Chester
2h 58m

Burnley to Chester by train

126Weekly Trains

2h 14mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 14m.

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