Birmingham, United Kingdom to Chester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

64.3 miles 103.5 km · straight line
76.6 miles actual route 123.3 km · driving distance
1h 41min estimated drive time
£12 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Chester?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Chester is 64.3 miles (103.5 km) as the crow flies. Chester is located NW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 76.6 miles, taking about 1h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Chester. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Chester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 41min £12 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 1min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Chester

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Chester
53.19°N, 2.89°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 387.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM