Rome2Rio

How to get fromRawtenstall to Chesterby bus, train, car or tram

Find Transport to Chester

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Rawtenstall to Chester by bus, train, car, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Bus station to Printworksbus bus X43
    2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain train Leeds - Chester / ...
    2h 32m
  2. Drive 53.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Rawtenstall to Chestercar car 53.1 mi
    1h 2m
    £14–20
  3. Line 464 bus, tram, train

    1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus bus 464
    2. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to East Didsburytram tram
    3. Take the train from East Didsbury to Chestertrain train
    4h 17m

Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Rawtenstall to Chester. However, you can take the bus to Printworks, walk to Manchester Victoria, then take the train to Chester. Alternatively, you can drive from Rawtenstall to Chester in around 1h 2m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides