Burnley to Chester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

50 miles 80.4 km · straight line
68.1 miles actual route 109.6 km · driving distance
1h 22min estimated drive time
£10 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Chester?

The distance from Burnley to Chester is 50 miles (80.4 km) as the crow flies. Chester is located SSW of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 68.1 miles, taking about 1h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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 Burnley 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 Burnley to Chester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 22min £10 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 38min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Chester

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°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 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 498.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM