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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Chester is to line 4 bus and bus via Newhall St which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Chester. However, there are services departing from Lode Lane and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Chester. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Solihull to Chester?

The distance between Solihull and Chester is 81 miles. The road distance is 83.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Chester without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 13m and costs £18 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Solihull to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Chester bus from?

Solihull to Chester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Lode Lane station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Chester train from?

Solihull to Chester train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Chester?

The best way to get from Solihull to Chester is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 13m and costs £18 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and bus via Newhall St, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Solihull to Chester bus arrive?

Solihull to Chester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Church Centre station.

Where does the Solihull to Chester train arrive?

Solihull to Chester train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at Birmingham Moor Street station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Chester is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Solihull to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 959+ hotels available in Chester.

Solihull to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Solihull to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to Birmingham Moor Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Chester
2h 13m
£19–75
Line 4 bus, bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lode Lane to Church Centre4
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
3h 34m
£9–13
Drive 83.1 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Chester83.1 mi
1h 45m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to ChesterBirmingham International - Chester / ...
3h 37m
£25–67
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Birmingham Coach Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchange551 / ...
4h 6m
£10–24

Solihull to Chester by train and foot

241Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.1 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Chester via Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lode Lane to Chester Bus Interchange via Church Centre and Newhall St in around 3h 34m.

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