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

The cheapest way to get from Sale to Chester is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sale to Chester is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Sale and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Sale to Chester. However, there are services departing from Sale and arriving at Chester via Altrincham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Sale to Chester?

The distance between Sale and Chester is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sale to Chester without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £7 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Sale to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sale to Chester train from?

Sale to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Altrincham station.

Where does the Sale to Chester train arrive?

Sale to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Sale to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Sale to Chester is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Sale to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 963+ hotels available in Chester.

Sale to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Sale to Chester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Altrincham to ChesterManchester Piccadilly - Chester / ...
1h 48m
£7–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cranleigh Drive to Warrington Bank Quay Station5A / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to ChesterManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
1h 57m
Drive 33.4 mi
1. Drive from Sale to Chester33.4 mi
41 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sale to Chester33.4 mi
41 min
£85–110

Sale to Chester by tram and train

131Weekly Services

1h 48mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 32.8 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Altrincham to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £5–20 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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