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

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

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

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

How far is it from Chester to Cardigan?

The distance between Chester and Cardigan is 261 miles. The road distance is 125.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus via Cardiff which takes 7h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Chester to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Cardigan bus from?

Chester to Cardigan bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where does the Chester to Cardigan bus arrive?

Chester to Cardigan bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Can I drive from Chester to Cardigan?

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

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 871+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Chester and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Finch Square A via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion and Glangwili Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

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

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Train, bus via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus 460
7h 15m
Drive 125.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Cardigancar 125.1 mi
2h 59m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Glangwili Hospital to Finch Square Abus 460
10h 8m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
8h 14m

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Map of how to get from Chester to Cardigan.

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Distance: 259.4 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Finch Square A via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion, and Glangwili Hospital in around 10h 8m.

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