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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 8h 8m.

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 22m.

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 22m and costs £23 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Hartlepool to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Chester bus from?

Hartlepool to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

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 22m and costs £23 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Chester bus arrive?

Hartlepool to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

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 990+ hotels available in Chester.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Hartlepool and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Hartlepool to Chester. However, there are services departing from Rium Terrace and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station Express Lounge, Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

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

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Yorktrain
2. Take the train from York to Newton-le-Willowstrain
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Chestertrain
4h 22m
£23–99
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
6h 25m
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Chestercar 151.2 mi
2h 52m
£37–54
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 - Llandudno / ...
5h 21m
£33–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchangebus
8h 8m
£25–61

Hartlepool to Chester by train

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rium Terrace to Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station Express Lounge, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 8h 8m.

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