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Eight ways to Travel from Exeter to Chester

Composite routes from Exeter to Chester

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$202.52

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Exeter to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$594.92

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Exeter to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$54.43–$278.47
Plane from Bristol Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$379.73

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Exeter to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$417.71
Plane from Bristol Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.84–$759.47

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$113.92

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21
Train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$51.90–$120.25

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Exeter to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.24–$54.43
Bus from Digbeth to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$316.44
Train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$46.83–$101.26
Train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.58–$40.50
Train from Manchester Airport to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$39.24
Train from Cardiff Central to Chester
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$120.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Chester is to bus which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Chester is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Chester. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Digbeth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Chester. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Exeter to Chester?

The distance between Exeter and Chester is 383 km. The road distance is 374.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Chester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 19m and costs $119.57 - $434.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Exeter to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chester bus from?

Exeter to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Chester train from?

Exeter to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Chester?

The best way to get from Exeter to Chester is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 19m and costs $119.57 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Exeter to Chester bus arrive?

Exeter to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Exeter to Chester train arrive?

Exeter to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Chester is 374 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Exeter to Chester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 830+ hotels available in Chester. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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