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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Chester is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Chester is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Nursery Street and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Chester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Salford to Chester?

The distance between Salford and Chester is 39 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Chester without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £26.

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chester takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Chester bus from?

Salford to Chester bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Nursery Street station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Chester train from?

Salford to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Salford to Chester?

The best way to get from Salford to Chester is to train which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 100 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Salford to Chester bus arrive?

Salford to Chester bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N station.

Where does the Salford to Chester train arrive?

Salford to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Salford to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Chester is 38 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Salford to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Chester.

Can I share a ride from Salford to Chester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Salford and Chester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Salford to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 100 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Salford to Chester by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
57 min
£11–26
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Chesterrideshare 38.7 mi
1h 6m
£5
Line 100 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Nursery Street to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Nbus 100
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
3h 21m
Drive 38 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Chestercar 38 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Chestertaxi 38 mi
49 min
£95–120

Salford to Chester by train

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57 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 57 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £11–26 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nursery Street to Chester Bus Interchange via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G in around 3h 21m.

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