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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Bridgend is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Bridgend is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Bridgend via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Chester to Bridgend?

The distance between Chester and Bridgend is 169 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Chester to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Chester to Bridgend is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Chester to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Bridgend train arrive?

Chester to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chester to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Bridgend is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Chester to Bridgend.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bridgendtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
3h 32m
£68–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickhobus Gma
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Sophia Gardensbus Gm4
6h 42m
£31–77
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Bridgendcar 148.1 mi
3h 28m
£37–53
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
4h 27m
£67–119

Chester to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Bridgend via Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Sarn Odeon via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho and Sophia Gardens in around 6h 42m.

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