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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Chester is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Chester. However, there are services departing from Scotchford Bridge and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Chester?

The distance between Stanstead and Chester is 248 miles. The road distance is 198.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Chester without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 51m and costs £80 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Stanstead to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Chester bus from?

Stanstead to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Chester?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Chester is to train via London which takes 5h 51m and costs £80 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Stanstead to Chester bus arrive?

Stanstead to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Chester is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Stanstead to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 964+ hotels available in Chester.

Stanstead to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to London Liverpool StreetColchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
5h 51m
£84–261
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New StreetStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ChesterBirmingham International - Chester / ...
9h 59m
£48–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
11h 15m
£50–114
Drive 197.4 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Chester197.4 mi
3h 43m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Stockport
3. Take the train from Stockport to Chester
8h 58m
£66–179

Stanstead to Chester by bus, train, foot, and subway

74Weekly Services

5h 51mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stanstead to Chester.

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Distance: 246.2 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Chester via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scotchford Bridge to Chester Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Newhall St in around 11h 15m.

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