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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Swansea is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Chester to Swansea?

The distance between Chester and Swansea is 194 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Swansea without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Chester to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Swansea?

The best way to get from Chester to Swansea is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Chester to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Swansea is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Chester to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Swansea?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Swansea?

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Swansea 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 Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 1m
£50–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 423 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
6h 55m
£29–67
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Swanseacar 140.4 mi
3h 9m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Swanseatrain Shrewsbury - Swansea / ...
6h 4m
£35–89

Chester to Swansea by train

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Map of how to get from Chester to Swansea.

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 55m.

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