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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Leeds is to bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Leeds is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Leeds. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Chester to Leeds?

The distance between Chester and Leeds is 89 miles. The road distance is 79 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £35 - £65.

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

The train from Chester to Leeds takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chester to Leeds bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Leeds train from?

Chester to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Leeds?

The best way to get from Chester to Leeds is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Chester to Leeds bus arrive?

Chester to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Leeds train arrive?

Chester to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Chester to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Leeds is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Chester to Leeds.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Leeds?

Book your Chester to Leeds bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

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Chester to Leeds - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain Chester - Leeds
2h 16m
£35–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
3h 58m
£12–46
Drive 78.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Leedscar 78.6 mi
1h 28m
£19–28
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Chester to Newton-le-Willowstrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 31m
£30–62

Chester to Leeds by train

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Distance: 88.3 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Chester to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 3h 58m.

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