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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Chester is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth to Chester. However, there are services departing from North Parade and arriving at Pepper Street via Eldon Square 1 and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Chester. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Chester via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Chester?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Chester is 124 miles. The road distance is 88.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £21 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Aberystwyth to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Chester bus from?

Aberystwyth to Chester bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from North Parade station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Chester?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Chester is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £21 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Chester bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Chester bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Chester train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Chester is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Aberystwyth to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 990+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
3h 16m
£22–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
4h 55m
Drive 87.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Chestercar 87.7 mi
2h 4m
£22–32
Bus via Corwen
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Bus Stationbus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Pepper Streetbus T8
5h 7m

Aberystwyth to Chester by train

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Distance: 122.9 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Parade to Pepper Street via Eldon Square 1 and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 4h 55m.

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