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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Chester is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Chester. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Chester via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Grantham to Chester?

The distance between Grantham and Chester is 146 miles. The road distance is 111.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Chester without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 59m and costs £19 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Grantham to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Chester train from?

Grantham to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Grantham to Chester train arrive?

Grantham to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Chester is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Grantham to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 998+ hotels available in Chester.

Grantham to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Grantham to Chester by train, car, or bus

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 59m
£19–98
Drive 111.2 mi
1. Drive from Grantham to Chestercar 111.2 mi
2h 16m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Grantham to Nottinghamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
4h 5m
£27–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grantham to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Warrington Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
5h 4m
£32–100

Grantham to Chester by train

81Weekly Trains

3h 59mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Grantham to Chester.

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Chester via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 59m.

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