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 £16 - £28 and takes 4h 5m.

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 - £29.

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 4h 5m.

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 82 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 via Warrington which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Chester to Leeds, including transfers.

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 Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Leeds?

The best way to get from Chester to Leeds is to train via Warrington which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 4h 5m.

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 Transport for Wales, arrive at Newton-le-Willows 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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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Leeds by train, bus, or car

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Train via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newton-le-Willowstrain Chester - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 5m
£25–49
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 / ...
4h 5m
£17–27
Drive 78.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Leedscar 78.6 mi
1h 28m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain Chester - Leeds
2h 16m
£29–55

Chester to Leeds by train

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Distance: 81.5 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Leeds via Newton-le-Willows in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 4h 5m.

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