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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Ellesmere is to line 1 bus and line 2 bus and line 53 bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Watergate Street via Wrexham Bus Station 1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Chester to Ellesmere?

The distance between Chester and Ellesmere is 62 miles. The road distance is 24.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Ellesmere without a car is to train and line 501 bus which takes 2h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Chester to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Ellesmere bus from?

Chester to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Grosvenor Street station.

Where does the Chester to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Chester to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 7.

Can I drive from Chester to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Ellesmere is 24 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Chester to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 756+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Chester to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, and line 1 bus

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

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 501 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
2h 34m
Line 1 bus, line 2 bus, line 53 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grosvenor Street to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Watergate Streetbus 53
3h 51m
£6
Drive 24.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Ellesmerecar 24.2 mi
39 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Ellesmeretaxi 24.2 mi
39 min
£60–75

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 61.4 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Watergate Street via Wrexham Bus Station 7, Wrexham Bus Station 1, and Bus Station in around 3h 51m.

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