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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Skegness is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Skegness via Crewe and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Chester to Skegness?

The distance between Chester and Skegness is 168 miles. The road distance is 158.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £29 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Chester to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Skegness train from?

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

Where does the Chester to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Skegness is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Chester to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1450+ hotels available in Skegness.

Chester to Skegness - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Skegness by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to NottinghamCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to SkegnessNottingham - Skegness
5h 50m
£30–97
Drive 157.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Skegness157.8 mi
3h 24m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Stockport
2. Take the train from Stockport to Meadowhall
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Lincoln Central
4. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus StationB5 / ...
9h 9m

Chester to Skegness by train

56Weekly Trains

5h 50mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Skegness via Crewe and Nottingham in around 5h 50m.

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