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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Chester is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Chester. However, there are services departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Lordswood Road and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Chester via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Chester?

The distance between Bridgend and Chester is 169 miles. The road distance is 153.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Chester without a car is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Bridgend to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Chester bus from?

Bridgend to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Bridgend to Chester?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Chester is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Bridgend to Chester bus arrive?

Bridgend to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Bridgend to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bridgend to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Chester is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Bridgend to Chester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bridgend to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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

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

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Train via Shrewsbury
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Shrewsburytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
3h 48m
£66–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
6h 40m
£32–71
Drive 152.4 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Chestercar 152.4 mi
3h 20m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 25m
£63–118

Bridgend to Chester by train

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Bridgend to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sarn Odeon to Chester Bus Interchange via Lordswood Road and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 6h 40m.

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