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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Fishguard is to train and bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Fishguard is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Fishguard?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Fishguard. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Ffordd yr Efail 2 via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Fishguard?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Fishguard. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Chester to Fishguard?

The distance between Chester and Fishguard is 267 miles. The road distance is 143.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Fishguard without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Chester to Fishguard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Fishguard bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Fishguard train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Fishguard?

The best way to get from Chester to Fishguard is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Chester to Fishguard bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Fishguard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Fishguard?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Fishguard is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Chester to Fishguard.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Fishguard & GoodwickManchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour / ...
6h 27m
£95–148
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 Ffordd yr Efail 2T5
7h 1m
£31–50
Drive 142.4 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Fishguard142.4 mi
3h 25m
£36–52
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 Ffordd yr Efail 2T5
8h 48m

Chester to Fishguard by train

16Weekly Trains

6h 27mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.5 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Fishguard & Goodwick via Shrewsbury in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Ffordd yr Efail 2 via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 8h 48m.

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