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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Chester. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Chester via Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Chester?

The distance between Peterborough and Chester is 153 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Chester without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 3h 32m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Peterborough to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Chester train from?

Peterborough to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Chester train arrive?

Peterborough to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Chester is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Peterborough to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Chester.

Peterborough to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Peterborough to Chester by train or car

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Nuneatontrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
3h 32m
£63–120
Drive 134 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Chestercar 134 mi
2h 46m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
4h 29m
£80–127
Train #2
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 41m
£76–121

Peterborough to Chester by train

117Weekly Trains

3h 32mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Peterborough to Chester.

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Distance: 151.9 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Chester via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 3h 32m.

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