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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Nottingham is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Nottingham is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Newhall St and Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Nottingham via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Chester to Nottingham?

The distance between Chester and Nottingham is 88 miles. The road distance is 87.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £20 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Chester to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Nottingham bus from?

Chester to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Nottingham train from?

Chester to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Chester to Nottingham is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £20 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Chester to Nottingham bus arrive?

Chester to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Nottingham train arrive?

Chester to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Chester to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Nottingham is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Chester to Nottingham.

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

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

Book your Chester to Nottingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Chester to Nottingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Nottingham by train, bus, 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 Crewe to NottinghamCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 4m
£21–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Asda
3. Take the bus from Asda to Broad Marsh Bus Station
4h 53m
£15–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Foregate Street Stop DD to Bus Station84
2. Take the train from Kidsgrove to NottinghamCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 42m
£16–48
Drive 86.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Nottingham86.8 mi
1h 49m
£22–31

Chester to Nottingham by train

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Map of how to get from Chester to Nottingham.

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Distance: 87.1 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Crewe to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £14–45 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Newhall St and Asda in around 4h 53m.

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