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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Rhayader is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Rhayader Central Car Park via Wrexham Bus Station 1, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Chester to Rhayader?

The distance between Chester and Rhayader is 107 miles. The road distance is 78.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Rhayader without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Chester to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Rhayader bus from?

Chester to Rhayader bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 1.

Train or bus from Chester to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Chester to Rhayader is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 2 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Chester to Rhayader bus arrive?

Chester to Rhayader bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chester to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Rhayader is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Chester to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 436+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Chester to Rhayader - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Rhayader 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car Parkbus X75
4h 31m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Llandrindodtrain Shrewsbury - Llandrindod / ...
4h 39m
£20–34
Drive 78.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Rhayadercar 78.3 mi
1h 47m
£20–28
Line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car Parkbus X75
7h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chester to Rhayader.

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Distance: 105.9 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Rhayader Central Car Park via Shrewsbury, Llandrindod, and Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Rhayader Central Car Park via Wrexham Bus Station 7, Wrexham Bus Station 1, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 1m.

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