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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Liverpool is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Liverpool is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Hood street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Chester to Liverpool?

The distance between Chester and Liverpool is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £10.

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

The train from Chester to Liverpool Lime Street takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chester to Liverpool bus from?

Chester to Liverpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Liverpool train from?

Chester to Liverpool train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Chester to Liverpool is to train which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Chester to Liverpool bus arrive?

Chester to Liverpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Hood street station.

Where does the Chester to Liverpool train arrive?

Chester to Liverpool train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Chester to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Liverpool is 18 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Chester to Liverpool.

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

Book your Chester to Liverpool train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Chester to Liverpool bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2135+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Can I share a ride from Chester to Liverpool?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chester and Liverpool. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chester to Liverpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Liverpool by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Chester - Chester / ...
42 min
£7–10
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chester to Liverpoolrideshare 18.8 mi
47 min
£4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Hood streetbus 1 / ...
1h 45m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Liverpooltaxi 18.3 mi
33 min
£60–75
Drive 18.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Liverpoolcar 18.3 mi
33 min
£5–7

Chester to Liverpool by train

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Distance: 17 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Merseyrail operates a train from Chester to Liverpool Lime Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–10 and the journey takes 42 min. Transport for Wales also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Hood street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 45m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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