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

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ship Inn and arriving at Pepper Street via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Eldon Square 1 and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Chester?

The distance between Cardigan and Chester is 170 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardigan to Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 24m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Cardigan to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Chester bus from?

Cardigan to Chester bus services, operated by Richards Bros, depart from Ship Inn station.

Where does the Cardigan to Chester bus arrive?

Cardigan to Chester bus services, operated by Richards Bros, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Chester is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cardigan to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 964+ hotels available in Chester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardigan 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 Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chester
6h 24m
£31–54
Bus, train via Welshpool
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Welshpool
3. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Wrexham Bus Station 5T12
8h 18m
Drive 125 mi
1. Drive from Cardigan to Chester125 mi
2h 59m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T5
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1T2
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
8h 30m

Cardigan to Chester by bus and train

84Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardigan to Chester.

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Ship Inn to Pepper Street via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Eldon Square 1, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 8h 30m.

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