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 Vale Road and arriving at Delamere Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 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 8 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 line 2 bus which takes 29 min and costs £2 - £3.

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

The line 2 bus from Vale Road to Delamere Street takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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 Vale Road 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 line 2 bus which takes 29 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 1h 22m.

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 Chester 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 964+ hotels available in Chester.

Ellesmere Port to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, and taxi

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

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Ellesmere Port to Chester by bus

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Vale Road to Delamere Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Merseyrail operates a train from Ellesmere Port to Chester once daily. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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