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Compare bus and train for Chester to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $179 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $179, while a train costs an average of $179.
Distance: 143 miles (231 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$179 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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You'll arrive about 22m sooner (3h 2m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $179 compared to roughly $77 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get from Chester to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Chester to Cambridge is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:30 AM 9h35 Chester 5:05 PM Cambridge $51 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:30 AM 9h35 Chester 5:05 PM Cambridge $51 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:30 AM 9h35 Chester 5:05 PM Cambridge $51 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chester and Cambridge as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) and arrive in Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece).
- Trains mostly depart from Chester station (CTR) and arrive in Cambridge South.
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry to go to Cambridge by train.
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