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

The cheapest way to get from Tameside to Chester is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tameside to Chester is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Tameside and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Tameside to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Chester via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Tameside to Chester?

The distance between Tameside and Chester is 45 miles. The road distance is 47.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tameside to Chester without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 56m and costs £5 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Tameside to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tameside to Chester train from?

Tameside to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Where does the Tameside to Chester train arrive?

Tameside to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Tameside to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Tameside to Chester is 48 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Tameside to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 962+ hotels available in Chester.

Tameside to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Tameside to Chester by tram, train, car, taxi, or bus

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

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to PiccadillyBlue Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ChesterManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
1h 56m
£6–22
Drive 47.6 mi
1. Drive from Tameside to Chester47.6 mi
52 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tameside to Chester47.6 mi
52 min
£120–150
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to ChesterLeeds - Chester / ...
2h 3m
£8–27
Line 231 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hurst Cross to Piccadilly Gardens231
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to ChesterManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
2h 41m

Tameside to Chester by tram and train

249Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.2 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Chester every 2 hours. Tickets cost £5–18 and the journey takes 55 min.

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