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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Kent is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 49m and costs £80 - £400.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Kent. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Lenham via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Chester to Kent?

The distance between Chester and Kent is 246 miles. The road distance is 241.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 49m and costs £80 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Chester to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Kent train from?

Chester to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Kent?

The best way to get from Chester to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 49m and costs £80 - £400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Chester to Kent train arrive?

Chester to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Kent is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Chester to Kent.

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

Book your Chester to Kent train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Kent.

Chester to Kent - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Chester to Kent by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford InternationalSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 49m
£82–398
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to ChathamMichalovce
7h 55m
£26–41
Drive 239.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Kent239.9 mi
4h 7m
£59–85
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford International
5h 57m
£96–277
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LenhamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 1m
£69–407
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals423 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LenhamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
8h 16m
£29–101
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenham
7h 17m
£86–251
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford International
7h 27m
£262–619
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford International
7h 15m
£89–195

Chester to Kent by train and foot

79Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.5 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Lenham via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Lenham via Newhall St, Birmingham, Waterfront Bus Station, Maidstone East station, and Maidstone East in around 7h 55m.

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