How to Travel from
Reading to Chester
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Reading to Chester
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (280 km)
3 h 16 min
280 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 16 min
280 km.
from $10.65
Transport providers
Airlines
Ryanair
Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$291.13
easyJet
Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$341.76
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$316.44–$1,392.36
British Airways
Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$215.18–$949.33
Aer Lingus
Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.18–$949.33
Loganair
Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$253.16–$1,645.51
Train operators
Avanti West Coast
Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Stafford to Chester
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$107.59
Train from Birmingham New Street to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$46.83–$151.89
First Great Western Service
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76
Train from Reading to Worcester
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.49–$139.24
Train from Reading to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Oxford to Chester
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90
West Midlands Trains
Train from Worcester Foregate Street to Smethwick
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Cross Country
Train from Reading to Stafford
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$88.60–$240.50
Train from Reading to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$189.87
Elizabeth Line
Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91
Transport for Wales
Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Manchester Airport to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$39.24
Train from Birmingham New Street to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$43.04–$69.62
Bus operators
Thames Travel
Phone:
+44 1865 785400
Website:
oxfordbus.co.uk/
Bus from Station Road to High
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.32–$6.96
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Chester?
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Chester is to bus which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 4h 54m.
What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Chester?
The fastest way to get from Reading to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .
Is there a direct bus between Reading and Chester?
No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Is there a direct train between Reading and Chester?
No, there is no direct train from Reading to Chester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Chester via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
How far is it from Reading to Chester?
The distance between Reading and Chester is 276 km. The road distance is 286.4 km.
How do I travel from Reading to Chester without a car?
The best way to get from Reading to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $92.39 - $304.35 .
How long does it take to get from Reading to Chester?
It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Reading to Chester, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Reading to Chester bus from?
Reading to Chester bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Station Road.
Where do I catch the Reading to Chester train from?
Reading to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Train or bus from Reading to Chester?
The best way to get from Reading to Chester is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $92.39 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 4h 54m.
Where does the Reading to Chester bus arrive?
Reading to Chester bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at High Street station.
Where does the Reading to Chester train arrive?
Reading to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.
Can I drive from Reading to Chester?
Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Chester is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Reading to Chester.
How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Chester?
Book your Reading to Chester train tickets online with Omio.
Where can I stay near Chester?
There are 830+ hotels available in Chester. Prices start at $57.04 per night.
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