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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Chester is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Chester is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £65 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Chester. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Chester. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Chester via Victoria station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Chester?

The distance between Gatwick and Chester is 208 miles. The road distance is 213.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £65 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Gatwick to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Chester bus from?

Gatwick to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Chester train from?

Gatwick to Chester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick to Chester?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Chester is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £65 - £230. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 4h 45m, you could also bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 7h.

Where does the Gatwick to Chester bus arrive?

Gatwick to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Gatwick to Chester train arrive?

Gatwick to Chester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Chester is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Gatwick to Chester.

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

Book your Gatwick to Chester train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Gatwick to Chester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 964+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London VictoriaLittlehampton - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
3h 44m
£65–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Newhall StUk920
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
7h
£15–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to B'ham Airport Bus Terminal210
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to ChesterBirmingham International - Chester / ...
6h 47m
£36–91
Drive 212.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Chester212.6 mi
3h 56m
£52–75
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
4h 45m
£66–151
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 18m
£65–221
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 18m
£73–240
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)LHR - LPL
7h
£116–336

Gatwick to Chester by train and subway

85Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Gatwick to Chester.

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Distance: 207.1 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Chester via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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