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Leicester to Chester

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1 h 59 min
159 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Leicester to Chester

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Cheapest
By car (159 km)
1 h 59 min
159 km.
from $8
Other
Rideshare
1 h 59 min
159 km.
from $6.05
Train
2 h 34 min
132 km.
from $158.51
Bus
3 h 24 min
132 km.
from $68.26
Train via Derby
3 h 9 min
132 km.
from $61.15
Bus, Train
4 h 25 min
132 km.
from $47.72

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Nuneaton to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$120.25
Train from Crewe to Chester
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.76–$75.95

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Derby
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38
Train from Derby to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$41.77

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38
Bus from Digbeth to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Nuneaton to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Nuneaton
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$40.50

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Crewe to Chester
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$16.46

Bus operators

Kinchbus

Phone:
01509 815637
Email:
Website:
kinchbus.co.uk/
Bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.57–$6.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Chester is to drive which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester to Chester. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Digbeth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Chester. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Chester via Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Leicester to Chester?

The distance between Leicester and Chester is 161 km. The road distance is 159.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $54.35 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Leicester to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Chester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Chester train from?

Leicester to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Chester?

The best way to get from Leicester to Chester is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $54.35 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Leicester to Chester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Chester train arrive?

Leicester to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Chester is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Leicester to Chester.

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

Book your Leicester to Chester train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Leicester to Chester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 848+ hotels available in Chester. Prices start at $51.79 per night.
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