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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Peterborough is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Peterborough is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Peterborough via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Chester to Peterborough?

The distance between Chester and Peterborough is 153 miles. The road distance is 134.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Peterborough without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 56m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Chester to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Peterborough train from?

Chester to Peterborough train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.

Where does the Chester to Peterborough train arrive?

Chester to Peterborough train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Chester to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Peterborough is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Chester to Peterborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 494+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Chester to Peterborough - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 56m
£62–123
Drive 133.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Peterboroughcar 133.6 mi
2h 46m
£33–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain
5h 17m
£110–372
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Streettrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 29m
£74–124
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chester to Stockporttrain Chester - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Peterboroughtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 6m
£75–122

Chester to Peterborough by train

118Weekly Trains

3h 56mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Peterborough via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 3h 56m.

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