What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Chester. However, there are services departing from Little Theatre and arriving at Pepper Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Chester. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Chester via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Chester?

The distance between Aberdare and Chester is 171 miles. The road distance is 127.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Chester without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Chester?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Aberdare to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Chester bus from?

Aberdare to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Chester train from?

Aberdare to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Chester?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Chester is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Aberdare to Chester bus arrive?

Aberdare to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberdare to Chester train arrive?

Aberdare to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Chester is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Aberdare to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Aberdare to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff CentralAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 2m
£51–120
Drive 126.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Chester126.7 mi
2h 46m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T12
8h 13m
Bus via Oswestry
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus StationX76 / ...
8h 14m

Aberdare to Chester by train

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Distance: 170.4 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Chester via Cardiff Central in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Little Theatre to Pepper Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 3, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 8h 13m.

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