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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

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 6m and costs £35 - £55.

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 Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

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 48m.

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 48m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m 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 FlixBus, 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 48m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Chester to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Chester to Port Talbot bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St 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 6m 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 CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot ParkwayCardiff Central - Swansea / ...
3h 48m
£54–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9111 / ...
6h 27m
£27–49
Drive 144.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Port Talbot144.2 mi
3h 6m
£37–53
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Chester to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Port Talbot ParkwayManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
4h 50m
£60–92

Chester to Port Talbot by train

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3h 48mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.8 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd in around 6h 27m.

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