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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Fairford is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Fairford is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Fairford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Fairford. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Cricket Field via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Tpt Hub, Promenade and The Forum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Fairford?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Fairford. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Swindon via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Chester to Fairford?

The distance between Chester and Fairford is 207 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Fairford without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Chester to Fairford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Fairford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Fairford train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Fairford?

The best way to get from Chester to Fairford is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Chester to Fairford bus arrive?

Chester to Fairford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to Fairford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Fairford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Fairford is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Chester to Fairford.

Where can I stay near Fairford?

There are 1372+ hotels available in Fairford.

Chester to Fairford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 51 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Fairford by train, bus, or 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 Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
4h 11m
£136–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Tpt Hubbus 100 / ...
7h 8m
£26–42
Drive 135.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Fairfordcar 135.1 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Train, line 51 bus
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the bus from Promenade to The Forumbus 51
5h 22m
£49–96
Train, line 882 bus
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to The Forumbus 882
6h 16m
£51–98

Chester to Fairford by bus

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Distance: 206.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Fairford, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Fairford via Newport (S Wales) and Swindon in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Cricket Field via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Tpt Hub, Promenade, and The Forum in around 7h 8m.

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