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 £35 - £75 and takes 10h 3m.

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 - £70.

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 Stanway Close via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

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 5h 55m and costs £85 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 5h 55m and costs £85 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Chester to Stanstead bus arrive?

Chester to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry 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 455+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

There are 4 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 Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 55m
£86–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus Ukn21
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
10h 3m
£39–71
Drive 197 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Stansteadcar 197 mi
3h 44m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Stockporttrain Chester - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
8h 28m
£68–117

Chester to Stanstead by train, subway, and bus

82Weekly Services

5h 55mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Stanstead.

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Stanway Close via London Euston, Euston station, Highbury & Islington station, Highbury & Islington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Stanway Close via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 10h 3m.

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