What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Delamere Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Chester. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Chester?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Chester is 12 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester without a car is to train via Hooton which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Chester bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Chester train from?

Ellesmere Port to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ellesmere Port station.

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Chester?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester is to train via Hooton which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Chester bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Delamere Street station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Chester train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Hooton station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Chester is 7 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1025+ hotels available in Chester.

Ellesmere Port to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Chester by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train via Hooton
best
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Hootontrain Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2. Take the train from Hooton to Chestertrain Chester - Chester / ...
35 min
£6–16
Line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Delamere Streetbus 26A / ...
39 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Chestertaxi 6.8 mi
12 min
£21–26
Drive 6.8 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Chestercar 6.8 mi
12 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Chestertrain Ellesmere Port - Chester
1h 22m
£18–40

Ellesmere Port to Chester by train

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Ellesmere Port to Chester via Hooton in around 35 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Delamere Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 39 min.

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