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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Melksham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 20m.

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 20m and costs £35 - £55.

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 12m.

How far is it from Chester to Melksham?

The distance between Chester and Melksham is 216 miles. The road distance is 155.8 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 12m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Chester to Melksham, including transfers.

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 fly from Chester to Melksham?

The best way to get from Chester to Melksham is to train via Swindon which takes 5h 12m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 7h.

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 20m 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?

There are 1483+ hotels available in Melksham.

Chester to Melksham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Melksham by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 12m
£89–159
Drive 154.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Melkshamcar 154.9 mi
3h 20m
£38–55
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Bristol Parkway Stn to Bus Stationbus 19
7h 27m
£81–121
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
7h
£73–177
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 19m
£77–138

Chester to Melksham by train

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Distance: 214.8 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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 12m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS) twice daily.

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