How to travel from Glastonbury to Chester

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Compare for Glastonbury to Chester

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glastonbury to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €147 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. 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 €147, while a flight costs an average of €915.

Distance: 141 miles (228 km)

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€915

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€147

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Cheapest

€52

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5h 10m

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4h 29m

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3h 59m

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3h 48m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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BA Euroflyer

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Compare ways to travel from Glastonbury to Chester

Compare the available ways to get from Glastonbury to Chester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Glastonbury to Chester is a train with an average price of €147.

This is compared to other travel options from Glastonbury to Chester:

A train is €768 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glastonbury to Chester costing on average €915.

The fastest way to travel from Glastonbury to Chester is by train with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Chester take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

Yes, you can take a between Glastonbury and Chester.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Glastonbury to Chester among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 38m sooner (3h 10m by flight vs 3h 48m by car). Tickets start at around €915 compared to roughly €52 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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FAQs: Travel from Glastonbury to Chester

Travel to Chester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glastonbury to Chester.

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You can travel between Glastonbury and Chester by .
The cheapest way to travel from Glastonbury to Chester is a train with an average price of €147.

This is compared to other travel options from Glastonbury to Chester:

A train is €768 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glastonbury to Chester costing on average €915.

The fastest way to travel from Glastonbury to Chester is by train with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Chester take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

The distance from Glastonbury to Chester is approximately 141 miles (228 km).
The average frequency per day from Glastonbury to Chester is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glastonbury and Chester as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glastonbury to Chester:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Castle Cary station (CLC) and arrive in Bache station (BAC).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glastonbury to Chester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway to go to Chester by train.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer to go to Chester by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Glastonbury to Chester often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Manchester, Liverpool, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chester and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Chester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Chester, you can explore Chester Zoo, one of the UK's largest zoos, and the Grosvenor Museum with its local history exhibits. Enjoy the scenic River Dee with a walk or boat trip. Visit Storyhouse for theatre, cinema, and library experiences. Discover military history at the Cheshire Military Museum. Don't miss Chester Cathedral's stunning architecture, the Chester Roman Amphitheatre, the medieval Chester City Walls, the iconic Eastgate Clock, and The Rows for unique shopping experiences.
To fully experience Chester, two to three days are ideal. This allows time to explore its historic attractions, such as the Roman walls, Chester Cathedral, and the historic Rows, as well as enjoy its shops and dining options.

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