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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Mumbles is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Mumbles is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Mumbles?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Newton Road via Newhall St, Lordswood Rd and Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Chester to Mumbles?

The distance between Chester and Mumbles is 200 miles. The road distance is 146.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Mumbles without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 41m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Chester to Mumbles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Mumbles bus from?

Chester to Mumbles bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Train or bus from Chester to Mumbles?

The best way to get from Chester to Mumbles is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 41m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Chester to Mumbles bus arrive?

Chester to Mumbles bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Chester to Mumbles?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Mumbles is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Chester to Mumbles.

Where can I stay near Mumbles?

There are 1118+ hotels available in Mumbles.

Chester to Mumbles - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Mumbles 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 via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 41m
£52–120
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Swansea Bus Station Stand B111 / ...
7h 18m
£33–55
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Mumbles145.7 mi
3h 14m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to SwanseaShrewsbury - Swansea / ...
7h
£45–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Free StreetT4
3. Take the bus from Free Street to Swansea Bus Station Stand FT6
9h 55m

Chester to Mumbles by train and bus

55Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Newton Road via Cardiff Central, Swansea, Swansea station, Swansea Bus Station Stand M, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newton Road via Newhall St, Lordswood Rd, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 7h 18m.

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