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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Chester is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Chester is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £60 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Chester. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Chester via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Chester?

The distance between Canterbury and Chester is 250 miles. The road distance is 255.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £60 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Canterbury to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Chester bus from?

Canterbury to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Chester train from?

Canterbury to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Chester?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Chester is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £60 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 9h.

Where does the Canterbury to Chester bus arrive?

Canterbury to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Chester train arrive?

Canterbury to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Chester is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Canterbury to Chester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Canterbury to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 963+ hotels available in Chester.

Canterbury to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Canterbury to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Canterbury West to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
4h 9m
£63–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
9h
£24–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
6h 43m
£34–110
Drive 254.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Chester254.2 mi
4h 20m
£62–90
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
6h 10m
£85–295
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
6h 55m
£256–622
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
7h 37m
£96–242
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)STN - LPL
7h 23m
£86–193

Canterbury to Chester by train and foot

85Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Canterbury to Chester.

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Distance: 248.6 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Chester via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h.

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