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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Chester is to train which costs £80 - £120 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Chester is to fly and train which takes 5h 5m and costs £95 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Chester. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Chester. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Chester via Glasgow Central and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Inverness to Chester?

The distance between Inverness and Chester is 416 miles. The road distance is 385.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Chester without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 8h 5m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Inverness to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Chester bus from?

Inverness to Chester bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Chester train from?

Inverness to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Chester?

The best way to get from Inverness to Chester is to train via Glasgow which takes 8h 5m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Inverness to Chester bus arrive?

Inverness to Chester bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Chester train arrive?

Inverness to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Chester is 386 miles. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Inverness to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 971+ hotels available in Chester.

Inverness to Chester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Inverness to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen StreetInverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
8h 5m
£49–199
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
10h 4m
Drive 383.5 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Chester383.5 mi
6h 39m
£95–137
Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 5m
£95–248
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to PrestonInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank QuayPreston - London Euston / ...
9h 6m
£81–114
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Station
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchange1 / ...
12h 9m
£51–156
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
7h 33m
£94–240

Inverness to Chester by train and foot

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8h 5mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 414 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Inverness to Chester via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Chester Bus Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 10h 4m.

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