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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Chester is to bus via Birmingham which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 35m.

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 £75 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Chester. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

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 211.5 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 £75 - £200.

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 Gatwick Airport North Terminal 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 £75 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Gatwick to Chester bus arrive?

Gatwick to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway 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 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 1016+ 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 Victoriatrain Littlehampton - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
3h 44m
£77–194
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
6h 35m
£19–32
Drive 210.3 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Chestercar 210.3 mi
4h 4m
£52–74
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 11m
£68–206
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 551 / ...
7h 35m
£35–62
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
5h 1m
£59–173
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 11m
£72–224
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
7h 13m
£234–749

Gatwick to Chester by train and subway

85Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Chester Bus Interchange via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 6h 35m.

Airlines

Website: easyjet.com

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Belfast (Aldergrove)

Ave. Duration: 4h 14m
When: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 3h 45m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Jersey

Ave. Duration: 5h 2m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Belfast City

Ave. Duration: 4h 40m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Isle Of Man

Ave. Duration: 3h 25m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: £75–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Belfast City

Ave. Duration: 4h 5m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £75–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Belfast (Aldergrove)

Ave. Duration: 3h 50m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £75–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Jersey

Ave. Duration: 3h 35m
When: Monday
Estimated price: £75–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 4h 27m
When: Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price: £75–200

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 3h 37m
When: Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price: £45–250

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Belfast City

Ave. Duration: 4h 30m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £250–750

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Geneva

Ave. Duration: 5h 30m
When: Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–290

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Isle Of Man

Ave. Duration: 6h 10m
When: Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price: £150–550

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