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

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Chester is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Chester. However, there are services departing from Brecon Interchange 2 and arriving at Pepper Street via Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Brecon to Chester?

The distance between Brecon and Chester is 138 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brecon to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Brecon to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Chester bus from?

Brecon to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Brecon Interchange 2 station.

Where does the Brecon to Chester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brecon to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Chester is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Brecon to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 965+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Barracks to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4X43
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 10m
Drive 104 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Chester104 mi
2h 15m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T12
6h 6m
Bus via Oswestry
1. Take the bus from Bulwark to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus StationX76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Station2A / ...
6h 17m

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Distance: 137 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Pepper Street via Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 6h 6m.

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