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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Fairbourne is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Fairbourne is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Fairbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Fairbourne. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Stanley Road via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Fairbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Fairbourne. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Fairbourne via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Chester to Fairbourne?

The distance between Chester and Fairbourne is 126 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Fairbourne without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Chester to Fairbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Fairbourne bus from?

Chester to Fairbourne bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Grosvenor Street station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Fairbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Fairbourne?

The best way to get from Chester to Fairbourne is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £45 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Chester to Fairbourne bus arrive?

Chester to Fairbourne bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 7.

Where does the Chester to Fairbourne train arrive?

Chester to Fairbourne train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Chester to Fairbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Fairbourne is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Chester to Fairbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Fairbourne?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Fairbourne.

Chester to Fairbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Fairbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Fairbournetrain
5h 4m
£48–71
Drive 66.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Fairbournecar 66.4 mi
1h 31m
£17–24
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grosvenor Street to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
5h 7m

Chester to Fairbourne by train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.9 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Fairbourne via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Stanley Road via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1 in around 5h 7m.

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