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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chester is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chester is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Chester. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chester. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chester?

The distance between Cardiff and Chester is 148 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £110.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Chester takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chester bus from?

Cardiff to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chester is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chester is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Chester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 945+ hotels available in Chester.

Cardiff to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2h 55m
£45–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
5h 22m
£26–45
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chester146.6 mi
3h 1m
£37–53

Cardiff to Chester by train

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Distance: 147.6 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Chester Bus Interchange via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St in around 5h 22m.

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