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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Ffestiniog is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Ffestiniog is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Highgate via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1 and Minffordd station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Chester to Ffestiniog?

The distance between Chester and Ffestiniog is 74 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Ffestiniog without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £12 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Chester to Ffestiniog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Ffestiniog bus from?

Chester to Ffestiniog bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, depart from Grosvenor Street station.

Train or bus from Chester to Ffestiniog?

The best way to get from Chester to Ffestiniog is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £12 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Chester to Ffestiniog bus arrive?

Chester to Ffestiniog bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 7.

Can I drive from Chester to Ffestiniog?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Ffestiniog is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Chester to Ffestiniog.

Where can I stay near Ffestiniog?

There are 1420+ hotels available in Ffestiniog.

Chester to Ffestiniog - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Ffestiniog 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 Llandudno JunctionManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau FfestiniogLlandudno - Blaenau Ffestiniog / ...
3h 28m
£12–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C to HighgateT22
3h 58m
Drive 55 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Ffestiniog55 mi
1h 18m
£14–20
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grosvenor Street to Wrexham Bus Station 71
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Minffordd stationT2
4. Take the bus from Minffordd station to HighgateT22
5h 53m

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Map of how to get from Chester to Ffestiniog.

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Distance: 73.4 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Highgate via Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Highgate via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, and Minffordd station in around 5h 53m.

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