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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to bus and train which costs £18 - £40 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hartlepool and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Chester. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool and arriving at Chester via York and Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Hartlepool to Chester?

The distance between Hartlepool and Chester is 166 miles. The road distance is 152.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Chester without a car is to train via York which takes 4h 14m and costs £24 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Hartlepool to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Chester train from?

Hartlepool to Chester train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Hartlepool station.

Train or bus from Hartlepool to Chester?

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to train via York which takes 4h 14m and costs £24 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Chester train arrive?

Hartlepool to Chester train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Hartlepool to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Hartlepool to Chester is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Hartlepool to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 998+ hotels available in Chester.

Hartlepool to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hartlepool to Chester by train, bus, or car

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

Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Yorktrain Sunderland - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 14m
£25–97
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Middlesbrough to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
6h 24m
£19–40
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Chestercar 151.2 mi
2h 52m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
5h 16m
£27–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
7h 14m
£22–53

Hartlepool to Chester by train

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Hartlepool to Chester via York and Newton-le-Willows in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rium Terrace to Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station Express Lounge, Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester Piccadilly, Warrington Central, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 7h 14m.

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