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

The cheapest way to get from Swaffham to Chester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swaffham to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swaffham and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swaffham to Chester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Market Place, Bus Station, Parkside and Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

How far is it from Swaffham to Chester?

The distance between Swaffham and Chester is 226 miles. The road distance is 178.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swaffham to Chester without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 4m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Swaffham to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swaffham to Chester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Swaffham to Chester?

The best way to get from Swaffham to Chester is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 4m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 10h 54m.

Where does the Swaffham to Chester bus arrive?

Swaffham to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Can I drive from Swaffham to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swaffham to Chester is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Swaffham to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 950+ hotels available in Chester.

Swaffham to Chester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Swaffham to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Kings Lynn to Ely
2. Take the train from Ely to Nuneaton
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewe
6h 4m
£44–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Parkside727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Pool Meadow Bus Station777
3. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange
10h 54m
£42–97
Drive 177.9 mi
1. Drive from Swaffham to Chester177.9 mi
3h 34m
£45–65
Fly, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)NWI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
7h 49m
£103–528
Train
1. Take the train from Kings Lynn to King's CrossKings Lynn - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
6h 7m
£67–231
Train #2
1. Take the train from Kings Lynn to Ely
2. Take the train from Ely to Stockport
3. Take the train from Stockport to Chester
8h 7m
£65–113

Swaffham to Chester by bus and train

118Weekly Services

6h 4mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Arms to Chester via Transport Interchange, Kings Lynn, Ely, Nuneaton, and Crewe in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Chester Bus Interchange via Market Place, Bus Station, Parkside, and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 10h 54m.

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