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 - £29 and takes 1h 46m.

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 46m and costs £19 - £29.

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 5 and Welshpool Bus Station Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

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 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m 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 Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Train or bus from Chester to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Chester to Rhayader is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Chester to Rhayader bus arrive?

Chester to Rhayader bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Welshpool Bus Station Stand B.

Can I drive from Chester to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Rhayader is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Chester to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 445+ hotels available in Rhayader.

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

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 ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car ParkX75
4h 30m
Drive 78.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Rhayader78.3 mi
1h 46m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to LlandrindodShrewsbury - Swansea / ...
4h 34m
£30–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand BT12
2. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D to Rhayader Central Car ParkX75
6h 18m

Chester to Rhayader by train and bus

38Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.9 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Rhayader Central Car Park via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Welshpool Bus Station Stand D in around 6h 18m.

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