What is the cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Houghton-Le-Spring and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester. However, there are services departing from Houghton-Le-Spring and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Houghton-Le-Spring and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester. However, there are services departing from Gateshead and arriving at Chester via Newcastle and Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester?

The distance between Houghton-Le-Spring and Chester is 205 miles. The road distance is 159.3 miles.

How do I travel from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester bus from?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester train from?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester bus arrive?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester train arrive?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1112+ hotels available in Chester.

Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 40m
£65–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930
7h 35m
£28–55
Drive 158.4 mi
1. Drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Chestercar 158.4 mi
3h 5m
£40–57
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
7h 58m
£31–75

Houghton-Le-Spring to Chester by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 203.7 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Houghton-Le-Spring, England and Chester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One once daily. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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