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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Welshpool is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Welshpool is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand B via Wrexham Bus Station 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Welshpool via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Chester to Welshpool?

The distance between Chester and Welshpool is 62 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £11 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Chester to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Welshpool bus from?

Chester to Welshpool bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, depart from Grosvenor Street station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Welshpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Chester to Welshpool is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £11 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Chester to Welshpool bus arrive?

Chester to Welshpool bus services, operated by Arriva Wales, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 7.

Where does the Chester to Welshpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Welshpool is 42 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Chester to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 521+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Chester to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

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

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 ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 12m
£12–26
Drive 41.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Welshpool41.7 mi
51 min
£11–16
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grosvenor Street to Wrexham Bus Station 71
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand BT12
3h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Welshpool41.7 mi
51 min
£100–130

Chester to Welshpool by train

82Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.6 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Welshpool via Shrewsbury in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Welshpool Bus Station Stand B via Wrexham Bus Station 5 in around 3h 29m.

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