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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Chester is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Chester. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Chester via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Luton to Chester?

The distance between Luton and Chester is 150 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 13m and costs £16 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Luton to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Chester bus from?

Luton to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Chester train from?

Luton to Chester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train, bus or fly from Luton to Chester?

The best way to get from Luton to Chester is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs £29 - £85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 4h 44m, you could also train, which costs £55 - £210 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Luton to Chester bus arrive?

Luton to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Luton to Chester train arrive?

Luton to Chester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Chester is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Luton to Chester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Luton to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Luton to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Luton to Chester by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationX1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to CreweLondon Euston - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 13m
£16–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Birmingham Coach Station820
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
5h 30m
£30–83
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Chester157.1 mi
2h 46m
£39–56
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)LTN - LPL
4h 44m
£59–145
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras IntlBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
3h 51m
£57–205
Bus, train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus StationX3 / ...
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham International
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chester
6h 29m
£38–83
Fly Luton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LTN - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 11m
£60–158
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 39m
£87–266

Luton to Chester by bus and train

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.6 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Chester Bus Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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