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

The cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Chester is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunstable to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dunstable and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Chester. However, there are services departing from Leagrave and arriving at Chester via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Dunstable to Chester?

The distance between Dunstable and Chester is 150 miles. The road distance is 155.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunstable to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 21m and costs £26 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Dunstable to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Chester bus from?

Dunstable to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Chester train from?

Dunstable to Chester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.

Train, bus or fly from Dunstable to Chester?

The best way to get from Dunstable to Chester is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs £26 - £45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £190 and takes 5h 50m, you could also train, which costs £75 - £120 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Dunstable to Chester bus arrive?

Dunstable to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Dunstable to Chester train arrive?

Dunstable to Chester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dunstable to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunstable to Chester is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Dunstable to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Dunstable to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Dunstable and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunstable to Chester. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

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There are 8 ways to get from Dunstable to Chester by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Quadrant to Central stationbus X1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Crewetrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 21m
£27–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
5h 52m
£27–45
Drive 154.6 mi
1. Drive from Dunstable to Chestercar 154.6 mi
2h 48m
£38–55
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
5h 50m
£61–188
Train
1. Take the train from Leagrave to London St Pancras Intltrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
3h 55m
£78–117
Bus, train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the bus from The Quadrant to Central stationbus X1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chestertrain
5h 39m
£48–98
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 35m
£80–260
Fly Luton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 36m
£80–170

Dunstable to Chester by train and foot

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Distance: 149.5 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Church Street to Chester Bus Interchange via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL) twice daily.

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