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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chester Northgate is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chester Northgate is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chester Northgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Chester Northgate. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chester Northgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chester. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chester Northgate?

The distance between Cardiff and Chester Northgate is 149 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chester Northgate without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £55 - £100.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Chester takes 2h 57m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chester Northgate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chester Northgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chester Northgate?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chester Northgate is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chester Northgate bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chester Northgate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chester Northgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chester Northgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chester Northgate is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Cardiff to Chester Northgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester Northgate?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
3h 15m
£55–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickhobus Gm4
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Chester Bus Interchangebus Gma
6h 15m
£29–68
Drive 146.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chester Northgatecar 146.3 mi
3h 2m
£36–52

Cardiff to Chester Northgate by train and foot

75Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Chester Northgate.

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Distance: 148.6 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Chester Northgate via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho and Chester Bus Interchange in around 6h 15m.

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