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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Chester is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Chester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Bus Station and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Chester?

The distance between Ilkeston and Chester is 92 miles. The road distance is 82 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Chester without a car is to line 15 bus and train which takes 3h 39m and costs £16 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Ilkeston to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Chester bus from?

Ilkeston to Chester bus services, operated by Trent Barton, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Chester bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Chester bus services, operated by Trent Barton, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Chester is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Ilkeston to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Chester.

Ilkeston to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ilkeston to Chester by bus, train, 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.

Line 15 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to The Bellbus 15
2. Take the train from Long Eaton to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
3h 39m
£16–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Kidsgrovetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 84
5h 11m
£21–34
Drive 81.5 mi
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Chestercar 81.5 mi
1h 45m
£20–29
Bus, line 32 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sw
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 32 / ...
3. Take the bus from bus station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 551
6h 1m

Ilkeston to Chester by bus and train

96Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ilkeston to Chester.

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Distance: 91.3 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Bus Station, and bus station in around 6h 1m.

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