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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Derby is to bus which costs £9 - £21 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Derby is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Derby. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Derby via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Derby. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Derby via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Chester to Derby?

The distance between Chester and Derby is 72 miles. The road distance is 72.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Derby without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Chester to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Derby?

The best way to get from Chester to Derby is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £21 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Chester to Derby bus arrive?

Chester to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Derby train arrive?

Chester to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Chester to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Derby is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Chester to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2098+ hotels available in Derby.

Chester to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 103 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to CreweChester - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to DerbyCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 22m
£16–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to DerbyMichalovce
4h 1m
£10–21
Bus, line 103 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Foregate Street Stop DD to Bus Station84
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tesco Store103
3. Take the train from Kidsgrove to Derby
3h 59m
Drive 72.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Derby72.2 mi
1h 30m
£19–27

Chester to Derby by train

104Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.4 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Derby via Crewe in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Derby via Newhall St and Birmingham in around 4h 1m.

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