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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Stanstead is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Scotchford Bridge via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Parkside, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Chester to Stanstead?

The distance between Chester and Stanstead is 247 miles. The road distance is 198.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Stanstead without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 46m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Chester to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Stanstead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Chester to Stanstead is to train via London which takes 4h 46m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Chester to Stanstead bus arrive?

Chester to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Can I drive from Chester to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Stanstead is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Chester to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 340+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 46m
£111–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk083
9h 51m
£26–49
Drive 197 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Stansteadcar 197 mi
3h 44m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain Llandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
8h 47m
£108–173
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cambridgetrain
4. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain
9h 6m
£118–209

Chester to Stanstead by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 51mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Stanstead.

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Stanstead via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, London Liverpool Street, Marks Tey, and Sudbury (Suffolk) in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Scotchford Bridge via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Parkside, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 51m.

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