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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Melksham is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Melksham is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at The Bear via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Melksham via Newport (S Wales) and Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Chester to Melksham?

The distance between Chester and Melksham is 216 miles. The road distance is 155.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Melksham without a car is to train via Swindon which takes 5h 19m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Chester to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Melksham?

The best way to get from Chester to Melksham is to train via Swindon which takes 5h 19m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Chester to Melksham bus arrive?

Chester to Melksham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to Melksham train arrive?

Chester to Melksham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chester to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Melksham is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Chester to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Train via Swindon
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
5h 19m
£78–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
7h 15m
£32–50
Drive 154.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Melkshamcar 154.8 mi
3h 21m
£39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Trowbridgetrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 37m
£68–115
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 51m
£69–110

Chester to Melksham by train

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Distance: 214.8 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Melksham via Newport (S Wales) and Swindon in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to The Bear via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 15m.

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