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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Harlech is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Harlech is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Harlech?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Corwen Bus Station and Jubilee Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Harlech via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Chester to Harlech?

The distance between Chester and Harlech is 98 miles. The road distance is 67.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Harlech without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Chester to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Harlech bus from?

Chester to Harlech bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, depart from Grosvenor Street station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Harlech train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Harlech?

The best way to get from Chester to Harlech is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Chester to Harlech bus arrive?

Chester to Harlech bus services, operated by M & H Coaches, arrive at Corwen Bus Station.

Where does the Chester to Harlech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Harlech is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Chester to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
4h 14m
£26–41
Drive 66.8 mi
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1. Drive from Chester to Harlechcar 66.8 mi
1h 34m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlechtrain
5h 50m
£46–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grosvenor Street to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Jubilee Roadbus T3 / ...
5h 26m

Chester to Harlech by train

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Distance: 97.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Harlech via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Corwen Bus Station and Jubilee Road in around 5h 26m.

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