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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Manchester is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Coop Live. Services depart four times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Chester to Manchester?

The distance between Chester and Manchester is 39 miles. The road distance is 41.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £26.

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

The train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Road takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chester to Manchester bus from?

Chester to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Manchester train from?

Chester to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Manchester?

The best way to get from Chester to Manchester is to train which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £27 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Chester to Manchester bus arrive?

Chester to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coop Live station.

Where does the Chester to Manchester train arrive?

Chester to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Chester to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Manchester is 41 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Chester to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3429+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Chester to Manchester?

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

Chester to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 Manchester Oxford RoadLlandudno - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
55 min
£10–26
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chester to Manchester39.8 mi
1h 5m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coop LiveMc1
2h 10m
£19–27
Drive 41.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Manchester41.2 mi
50 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Manchester41.2 mi
50 min
£100–130

Chester to Manchester by train

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 55 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coop Live 4 times a week. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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