What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside is to line 1 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside?

The fastest way to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and New Brighton, Merseyside?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Princess Road via Birkenhead Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and New Brighton, Merseyside?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at New Brighton via Birkenhead Hamilton Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside?

The distance between Chester and New Brighton, Merseyside is 20 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside without a car is to train and line 411 bus which takes 1h 14m and costs £7 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside train from?

Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside?

The best way to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside is to line 1 bus which takes 2h 9m and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside bus arrive?

Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Birkenhead Bus Station.

Where does the Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside train arrive?

Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Birkenhead Hamilton Square station.

Can I drive from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside?

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Where can I stay near New Brighton, Merseyside?

There are 2452+ hotels available in New Brighton, Merseyside.

Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 411 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Birkenhead Hamilton SquareChester - Chester / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamilton Square Station to Princess Road410 / ...
1h 14m
£8–12
Line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birkenhead Bus Station1 / ...
2h 9m
£4–6
Drive 21.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside21.9 mi
30 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside21.9 mi
30 min
£55–70
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Birkenhead Hamilton SquareChester - Chester / ...
2. Take the train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to New BrightonNew Brighton - New Brighton
1h 17m
£10–14

Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside by train, bus, and foot

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Chester, England and New Brighton, Merseyside, England?

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birkenhead Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chester to New Brighton, Merseyside via Birkenhead Hamilton Square and New Brighton in around 1h 17m.

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