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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Chester is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Express Lounge and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens and Coop Live. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Chester. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Chester via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Chester?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Chester is 160 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £24 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Middlesbrough to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Chester bus from?

Middlesbrough to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Chester train from?

Middlesbrough to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Chester?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Chester is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £24 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Chester bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Chester train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Chester is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Middlesbrough to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 985+ hotels available in Chester.

Middlesbrough to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
3h 54m
£25–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
6h 37m
£22–31
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Coop Live to Chester Bus Interchangebus Mc1
6h 12m
£32–59
Drive 141.9 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Chestercar 141.9 mi
2h 39m
£35–50
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Victoriatrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
4h 2m
£30–99

Middlesbrough to Chester by train

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Distance: 159 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Chester via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Chester Bus Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station, Piccadilly Gardens, Philips Park, and Coop Live in around 6h 12m.

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