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

91.1 miles 146.6 km · straight line
110.4 miles actual route 177.6 km · driving distance
2h 8min estimated drive time
£17 - £21 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Chester from York, United Kingdom?

The distance from Chester to York, United Kingdom is 91.1 miles (146.6 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located NE of Chester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 110.4 miles, taking about 2h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Chester and York, United Kingdom. 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 Chester to York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 8min £17 - £21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 34min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 2min $13–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chester & York, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Chester
53.19°N, 2.89°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 273.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM