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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Fairford is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Fairford is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Fairford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Fairford. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Cricket Field via Newhall St, Lordswood Rd, Promenade and The Forum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Chester to Fairford?

The distance between Chester and Fairford is 162 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Fairford without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 35m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Chester to Fairford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Fairford bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Fairford?

The best way to get from Chester to Fairford is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 35m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Chester to Fairford bus arrive?

Chester to Fairford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Can I drive from Chester to Fairford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Fairford is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Chester to Fairford.

Where can I stay near Fairford?

There are 1131+ hotels available in Fairford.

Chester to Fairford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Fairford 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 via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Kembletrain
4h 35m
£90–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 100
7h 14m
£21–44
Drive 135.5 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Fairfordcar 135.5 mi
2h 48m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Streettrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 30m
£58–100
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Oxfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Frideswide Square to Crossroadsbus S1 / ...
7h 28m
£73–113

Chester to Fairford by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 14mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Fairford via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, and Kemble in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Cricket Field via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Newhall St, Lordswood Rd, Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, and The Forum in around 7h 14m.

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