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 £29 - £65 and takes 6h 7m.

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 26m 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 Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

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 Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

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 28m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 FlixBus, 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 28m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Chester to Bridgend bus arrive?

Chester to Bridgend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Bridgend is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Chester to Bridgend.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Bridgend by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 28m
£52–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sarn Odeon111 / ...
6h 7m
£30–65
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Bridgend148.1 mi
3h 26m
£37–54
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Chester to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to BridgendManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
4h 34m
£55–87

Chester to Bridgend by train

55Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Sarn Odeon via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd in around 6h 7m.

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