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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Sellafield is to train which costs £20 - £50 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Sellafield is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Sellafield via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Chester to Sellafield?

The distance between Chester and Sellafield is 185 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Sellafield without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 48m and costs £27 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Chester to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Sellafield train from?

Chester to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.

Where does the Chester to Sellafield train arrive?

Chester to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Chester to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Sellafield is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Chester to Sellafield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sellafield?

There are 449+ hotels available in Sellafield.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Sellafield by train, car, or bus

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SellafieldCarlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
4h 48m
£28–105
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester PiccadillyLlandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to SellafieldManchester Airport - Corkickle
5h 17m
£21–48
Drive 132.4 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Sellafield132.4 mi
2h 34m
£34–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Hood street1 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
4. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafield
7h 22m
£24–65

Chester to Sellafield by train

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Sellafield via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle in around 4h 48m.

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