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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Sleaford is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Sleaford is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Sleaford station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Rail Station via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, St Mary's Way and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Sleaford via Crewe and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Chester to Sleaford?

The distance between Chester and Sleaford is 128 miles. The road distance is 125.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Sleaford without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Chester to Sleaford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Sleaford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Sleaford train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Sleaford?

The best way to get from Chester to Sleaford is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Chester to Sleaford bus arrive?

Chester to Sleaford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry station.

Where does the Chester to Sleaford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Sleaford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Sleaford is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Chester to Sleaford.

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

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Where can I stay near Sleaford?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleafordtrain Nottingham - Skegness / ...
4h 57m
£58–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus Ukn21
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
8h 23m
£20–37
Drive 124.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Sleafordcar 124.3 mi
2h 36m
£31–44

Chester to Sleaford by train

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4h 57mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Sleaford via Crewe and Nottingham in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Rail Station via Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, Windsor Street, St Mary's Way, and Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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