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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Tenby is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Tenby is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Tenby?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Upper Park Road via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Tenby?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Tenby via Newport (S Wales) and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Chester to Tenby?

The distance between Chester and Tenby is 256 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Tenby without a car is to train via Newport which takes 6h 40m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Chester to Tenby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Tenby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Tenby train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Tenby?

The best way to get from Chester to Tenby is to train via Newport which takes 6h 40m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Chester to Tenby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Tenby train arrive?

Chester to Tenby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chester to Tenby?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Tenby is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Chester to Tenby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tenby?

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

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Tenbytrain
6h 40m
£100–199
Drive 159.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Tenbycar 159.9 mi
3h 21m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 423 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Upper Park Roadbus 112
8h 35m
£47–65
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Tenbytrain Crewe - Pembroke Dock / ...
6h 42m
£97–143

Chester to Tenby by train

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6h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Tenby via Newport (S Wales) and Swansea in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Upper Park Road via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 35m.

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