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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Tenby is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 27m.

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 Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

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 Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

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 Cardiff which takes 6h 39m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m 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 FlixBus, 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 Cardiff which takes 6h 39m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Chester to Tenby bus arrive?

Chester to Tenby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Chester to Tenby train arrive?

Chester to Tenby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central 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 Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tenbytrain Cardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
6h 39m
£62–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Upper Park Roadbus 112
8h 27m
£38–54
Drive 159.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Tenbycar 159.9 mi
3h 21m
£39–56
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
£90–139

Chester to Tenby by train

43Weekly Trains

6h 39mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Tenby.

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Distance: 254 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Tenby via Cardiff Central in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Upper Park Road via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 8h 27m.

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