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

The cheapest way to get from Settle to Chester is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Settle to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Settle and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Settle to Chester. However, there are services departing from Giggleswick and arriving at Chester via Lancaster and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Settle to Chester?

The distance between Settle and Chester is 95 miles. The road distance is 84.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Settle to Chester without a car is to train via Lancaster which takes 2h 45m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Settle to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Settle to Chester train from?

Settle to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Giggleswick station.

Where does the Settle to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Settle to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Settle to Chester is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Settle to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 959+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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

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Train via Lancaster
best
1. Take the train from Giggleswick to Lancaster
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chester
2h 45m
£20–43
Drive 84.1 mi
1. Drive from Settle to Chester84.1 mi
1h 39m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Settle to Salford CrescentRibblehead - Rochdale
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to ChesterManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
3h 32m
£20–38
Train #2
1. Take the train from Settle to Manchester VictoriaRibblehead - Rochdale
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to ChesterLeeds - Chester / ...
3h 38m
£45–58

Settle to Chester by train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Giggleswick to Chester via Lancaster and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 45m.

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