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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Sunderland is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Sunderland via Newton-le-Willows and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Chester to Sunderland?

The distance between Chester and Sunderland is 204 miles. The road distance is 167.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Chester to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Sunderland train from?

Chester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train or bus from Chester to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Chester to Sunderland is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Chester to Sunderland bus arrive?

Chester to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Sunderland train arrive?

Chester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Chester to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Sunderland is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Chester to Sunderland.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Sunderland?

Book your Chester to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1968+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 1m
£57–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sunderland Interchangebus
7h 2m
£24–53
Drive 166.7 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Sunderlandcar 166.7 mi
3h 5m
£42–61
Fly from Liverpool, bus
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
5h 42m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain Chester - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus Uk010
5h 27m
£41–70
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
6h 10m

Chester to Sunderland by bus

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Distance: 202.5 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Sunderland Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 7h 2m.

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