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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Brecon is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Brecon is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Brecon Interchange 1 via Wrexham Bus Station 1, Bus Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Chester to Brecon?

The distance between Chester and Brecon is 139 miles. The road distance is 104.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Brecon without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Chester to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Brecon bus from?

Chester to Brecon bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 1.

Where does the Chester to Brecon bus arrive?

Chester to Brecon bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chester to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Brecon is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Chester to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 678+ hotels available in Brecon.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Brecon by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to AbergavennyHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 to Brecon Interchange 4X43 / ...
3h 30m
Drive 103.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Brecon103.7 mi
2h 13m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Station2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1T4
6h 42m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.1 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Brecon Interchange 1 via Wrexham Bus Station 7, Wrexham Bus Station 1, Bus Station, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 6h 42m.

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