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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Cilgerran is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Cilgerran is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Cilgerran?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Cilgerran. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Cardiff Arms via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Chester to Cilgerran?

The distance between Chester and Cilgerran is 260 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Cilgerran without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Chester to Cilgerran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Cilgerran bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Cilgerran?

The best way to get from Chester to Cilgerran is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Chester to Cilgerran bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Cilgerran?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Cilgerran is 127 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Chester to Cilgerran.

Where can I stay near Cilgerran?

There are 852+ hotels available in Cilgerran.

Chester to Cilgerran - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Cilgerran 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
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to WhitlandCardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
6h 37m
£117–219
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to TescoT5
7h 16m
£31–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to TescoT5
9h 30m
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Cilgerran125.8 mi
3h
£32–46
Bus via Welshpool
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand BT12
2. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to TescoT5
9h 42m

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Distance: 258.3 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Cilgerran via Cardiff Central and Whitland in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Cardiff Arms via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, and Tesco in around 9h 30m.

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