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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Solva is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Solva is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Solva?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Solva. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Memorial Hall via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Ffordd yr Efail 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Solva?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Solva. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Haverfordwest via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Chester to Solva?

The distance between Chester and Solva is 271 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Solva without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 7h 59m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Chester to Solva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Solva bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Solva train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Solva?

The best way to get from Chester to Solva is to train via Cardiff which takes 7h 59m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 56m.

Where does the Chester to Solva bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Solva train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Solva?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Solva is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Chester to Solva.

Where can I stay near Solva?

There are 2684+ hotels available in Solva.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Haverfordwesttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
7h 59m
£101–176
Drive 156.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Solvacar 156.9 mi
3h 48m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Ffordd yr Efail 2bus T5
10h 56m
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Haverfordwesttrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
8h 8m
£104–182

Chester to Solva by train, foot, and bus

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7h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 269.6 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Memorial Hall via Cardiff Central, Haverfordwest, and Picton Place in around 7h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Memorial Hall via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, and Ffordd yr Efail 2 in around 10h 56m.

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