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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Durham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Durham is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Durham. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Durham via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Chester to Durham?

The distance between Chester and Durham is 174 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Chester to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Durham train from?

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

Train or fly from Chester to Durham?

The best way to get from Chester to Durham is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Chester to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Durham is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Chester to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1680+ hotels available in Durham.

Chester to Durham - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Durham by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newton-le-WillowsLlandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to DurhamLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 43m
£48–120
Drive 152.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Durham152.6 mi
3h
£38–54
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)LPL - NCL
5h 29m
£62–131

Chester to Durham by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Durham via Newton-le-Willows in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) once daily.

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