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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Rayleigh is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Rayleigh is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £65 - £380.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Eastwood Road via Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Rayleigh via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Chester to Rayleigh?

The distance between Chester and Rayleigh is 215 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £65 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Chester to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Rayleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Rayleigh train from?

Chester to Rayleigh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Chester to Rayleigh is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £65 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Chester to Rayleigh bus arrive?

Chester to Rayleigh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Chester to Rayleigh train arrive?

Chester to Rayleigh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Rayleigh is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Chester to Rayleigh.

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

Book your Chester to Rayleigh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1056+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Chester to Rayleigh - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Chester to Rayleigh by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
3h 13m
£67–373
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk021 / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Coach StationA6
7h 37m
£28–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
6h 22m
£31–60
Drive 216.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Rayleigh216.1 mi
3h 43m
£54–78
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
5h 5m
£96–284
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
6h 12m
£261–506
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Rayleigh
6h 41m
£95–201
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)LPL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
6h 45m
£95–256
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
5h 57m
£111–323

Chester to Rayleigh by train, subway, and foot

79Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 214 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Rayleigh via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Eastwood Road via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 7h 37m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.