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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Chester is to line 36 bus and bus and train which costs £19 - £60 and takes 7h 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 50m and costs £35 - £55.

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 Hartlepool Church Square Interchange and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

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 £30 - £110.

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 Hartlepool Church Square Interchange station.

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 £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Chester bus arrive?

Hartlepool to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & 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 50m 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?

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Hartlepool to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, bus, and car

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 York
2. Take the train from York to Newton-le-Willows
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Chester
4h 22m
£32–105
Line 36 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gill Street to Bus Station Stand 1136A / ...
2. Take the bus from Middlesbrough to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chester
7h 8m
£20–59
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Chester151.2 mi
2h 50m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester PiccadillyRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ChesterManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
5h 21m
£31–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hartlepool Church Square Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station426
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
7h 10m
£29–48

Hartlepool to Chester by train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Hartlepool to Chester.

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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 Hartlepool Church Square Interchange to Chester Bus Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 10m.

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