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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Kent is to bus and train which costs £30 - £110 and takes 8h 14m.

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 £70 - £290.

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 £70 - £290.

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.

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 10m to drive from Chester to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Kent.

Chester to Kent - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chester to Kent by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 49m
£72–285
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 423 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
8h 14m
£33–105
Drive 239.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Kentcar 239.9 mi
4h 10m
£59–85
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 52m
£86–278
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 59m
£65–294
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
7h 19m
£84–276
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 53m
£248–769
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 27m
£80–205

Chester to Kent by train and foot

82Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest 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.

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