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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Tywyn is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Tywyn is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Cinema via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Chester to Tywyn?

The distance between Chester and Tywyn is 118 miles. The road distance is 73.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Tywyn without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Chester to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Tywyn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Tywyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Tywyn?

The best way to get from Chester to Tywyn is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Chester to Tywyn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Tywyn train arrive?

Chester to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Chester to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Tywyn is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Chester to Tywyn.

Where can I stay near Tywyn?

There are 1130+ hotels available in Tywyn.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Tywyn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 49m
£38–62
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Cinemabus G21 / ...
5h 10m
£11–15
Drive 73.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Tywyncar 73.2 mi
1h 42m
£19–27

Chester to Tywyn by train and bus

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.2 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a train from Chester to Tywyn Hospital via Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Cinema via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1 in around 5h 10m.

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