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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Pennal is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Pennal is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Pennal?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Pennal. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Pennal via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Chester to Pennal?

The distance between Chester and Pennal is 107 miles. The road distance is 72.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Pennal without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £19 - £35.

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

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Pennal bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Pennal?

The best way to get from Chester to Pennal is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Chester to Pennal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Pennal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Pennal is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Chester to Pennal.

Where can I stay near Pennal?

There are 1099+ hotels available in Pennal.

Chester to Pennal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Pennal 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 MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 14m
£19–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to PennalG21
5h 48m
Drive 72.5 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Pennal72.5 mi
1h 37m
£19–27

Chester to Pennal by train and bus

78Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106.7 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Pennal via Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Pennal via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1 in around 5h 48m.

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