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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Cirencester is to bus which costs £14 - £26 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Cirencester is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Cirencester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Cirencester. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Bowling Green Lane via Birmingham Coach Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Chester to Cirencester?

The distance between Chester and Cirencester is 136 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Cirencester without a car is to train and line 51 bus which takes 3h 58m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Chester to Cirencester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Cirencester bus from?

Chester to Cirencester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Train or bus from Chester to Cirencester?

The best way to get from Chester to Cirencester is to bus via Royal Well Bus Station which takes 5h 23m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £130 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Chester to Cirencester bus arrive?

Chester to Cirencester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Chester to Cirencester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Cirencester is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Chester to Cirencester.

Where can I stay near Cirencester?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Cirencester.

Chester to Cirencester - 6 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Cirencester 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, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the bus from Promenade to Bowling Green Lane51
3h 58m
£32–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Transport HubUk077
6h 5m
£15–26
Bus via Royal Well Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Station423 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Station100 / ...
5h 23m
£28–50
Drive 128.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Cirencester128.2 mi
2h 40m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New StreetHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham SpaManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 23m
£37–129
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Kemble
5h 19m
£35–156

Chester to Cirencester by train and bus

171Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bowling Green Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Royal Well Bus Station, and Promenade in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chester to Bowling Green Lane via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, Clarence Parade arrival, and Promenade in around 4h 23m.

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