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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Alnwick is to train and bus which costs £19 - £50 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Alnwick is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Green Batt via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Leeds City Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Chester to Alnwick?

The distance between Chester and Alnwick is 226 miles. The road distance is 202.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Alnwick without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Chester to Alnwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Alnwick bus from?

Chester to Alnwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Train or bus from Chester to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Chester to Alnwick is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Chester to Alnwick bus arrive?

Chester to Alnwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Can I drive from Chester to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Alnwick is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Chester to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 1785+ hotels available in Alnwick.

Chester to Alnwick - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Alnwick 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 Chester to Manchester Victoria
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to York
3. Take the train from York to Alnmouth
4h 49m
£39–106
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester VictoriaChester - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUk073
7h 16m
£20–50
Drive 201 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Alnwick201 mi
3h 52m
£51–73
Fly from Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)LPL - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouth
6h 22m
£75–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Street
8h 32m
£23–46
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)MAN - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouth
7h 12m
£75–260

Chester to Alnwick by train and bus

97Weekly Services

4h 49mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.4 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Playhouse via Manchester Victoria, York, Alnmouth, and Curly Lane in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Green Batt via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Leeds City Bus Station, John Dobson Street, Haymarket Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 32m.

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