What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Chester to Port Talbot?

The distance between Chester and Port Talbot is 181 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Chester to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Port Talbot bus from?

Chester to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Chester to Port Talbot is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Chester to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Chester to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to Port Talbot train arrive?

Chester to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Chester to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Port Talbot is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Chester to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Port Talbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 40m
£49–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 423 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 111 / ...
6h 35m
£31–72
Drive 144.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Port Talbotcar 144.2 mi
3h 8m
£35–50
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
4h 53m
£33–89

Chester to Port Talbot by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chester to Port Talbot.

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Distance: 179.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Chester to Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 35m.

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