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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Darlington is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Darlington is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Philips Park Cemetery and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Darlington via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Chester to Darlington?

The distance between Chester and Darlington is 152 miles. The road distance is 135.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Chester to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Darlington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Darlington train from?

Chester to Darlington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Darlington?

The best way to get from Chester to Darlington is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Chester to Darlington bus arrive?

Chester to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coop Live station.

Where does the Chester to Darlington train arrive?

Chester to Darlington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Chester to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Darlington is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Chester to Darlington.

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Chester to Darlington - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Darlington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newton-le-Willowstrain Llandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 26m
£54–97
Drive 135 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Darlingtoncar 135 mi
2h 44m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coop Livebus Mc1
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 177
5h 56m
£37–88

Chester to Darlington by train

120Weekly Trains

3h 26mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Darlington.

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Distance: 150.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Darlington via Newton-le-Willows in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Dolphin Centre via Coop Live, Philips Park Cemetery, Piccadilly Gardens, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 56m.

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