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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Scunthorpe via Crewe and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Chester to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Chester and Scunthorpe is 124 miles. The road distance is 113.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 33m and costs £29 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Chester to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Scunthorpe bus from?

Chester to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Scunthorpe train from?

Chester to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Stockport station.

Train or bus from Chester to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Chester to Scunthorpe is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 33m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Chester to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Chester to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Chester to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Scunthorpe station.

Can I drive from Chester to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Scunthorpe is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Chester to Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Chester to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 33m
£30–90
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester PiccadillyLlandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ScunthorpeLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 45m
£21–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Station423 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station152
6h 35m
£26–53
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Scunthorpe113.2 mi
2h 18m
£28–41
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford RoadLlandudno - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to ScunthorpeLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 46m
£26–81

Chester to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 123.1 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Stockport to Scunthorpe hourly. Tickets cost £20–55 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 35m.

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