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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Brecon Beacons is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Brecon Beacons is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Brecon Beacons?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Brecon Beacons. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Chester to Brecon Beacons?

The distance between Chester and Brecon Beacons is 146 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Brecon Beacons without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 43m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Chester to Brecon Beacons, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Brecon Beacons bus from?

Chester to Brecon Beacons bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Chester to Brecon Beacons bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Brecon Beacons?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Brecon Beacons is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Chester to Brecon Beacons.

Where can I stay near Brecon Beacons?

There are 668+ hotels available in Brecon Beacons.

Chester to Brecon Beacons - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Brecon Beacons by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Abergavennytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the taxi from Abergavenny to Brecon Beaconstaxi
2h 43m
£108–154
Drive 112.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Brecon Beaconscar 112.3 mi
2h 26m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickhobus Gma
3h 50m
£65–105
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Abergavennytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Dering Linesbus X43
3h 54m
Train, bus via Hereford
1. Take the train from Chester to Herefordtrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44 / ...
4h 23m

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

National Express operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho twice a week. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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