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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Tintern is to bus which costs £12 - £28 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Tintern is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Tintern?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Tintern. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Royal George Hotel via Newhall St, Bus Station and Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Chester to Tintern?

The distance between Chester and Tintern is 161 miles. The road distance is 122 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Tintern without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Chester to Tintern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Tintern bus from?

Chester to Tintern bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Train or bus from Chester to Tintern?

The best way to get from Chester to Tintern is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £28 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Chester to Tintern bus arrive?

Chester to Tintern bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Chester to Tintern?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Tintern is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Chester to Tintern.

Where can I stay near Tintern?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Tintern.

Chester to Tintern - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 66 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Tintern 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
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 51m
£49–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUk021 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk070 / ...
7h 35m
£13–28
Drive 121.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Tintern121.3 mi
2h 40m
£30–44
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chester to Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chepstow
5h 10m
£41–96
Train, line 66 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to HerefordHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Monmouth Bus Station Stand 266
5h 12m

Chester to Tintern by train, foot, and bus

54Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Tintern.

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Newport (S Wales) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Royal George Hotel via Newhall St, Bus Station, and Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1 in around 7h 35m.

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