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

The cheapest way to get from Aberfan to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberfan to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Aberfan and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Aberfan to Chester. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Vale and arriving at Chester via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Aberfan to Chester?

The distance between Aberfan and Chester is 168 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberfan to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Aberfan to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberfan to Chester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberfan to Chester train from?

Aberfan to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Vale station.

Train or bus from Aberfan to Chester?

The best way to get from Aberfan to Chester is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Oswestry, which costs and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Aberfan to Chester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberfan to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberfan to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberfan to Chester is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Aberfan to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 958+ hotels available in Chester.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Aberfan and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberfan to Chester. However, there are services departing from Capel Smyrna and arriving at Pepper Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 51m
£53–106
Drive 128 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberfan to Chester128 mi
2h 48m
£32–47
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 / ...
7h 54m
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
7h 54m

Aberfan to Chester by train

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.9 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Vale to Chester via Cardiff Central in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Capel Smyrna to Pepper Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 7h 54m.

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