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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Whitland is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Whitland is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Whitland?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Whitland. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Whitland via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Chester to Whitland?

The distance between Chester and Whitland is 240 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Whitland without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Chester to Whitland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Whitland train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Whitland?

The best way to get from Chester to Whitland is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 8m.

Where does the Chester to Whitland train arrive?

Chester to Whitland train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Chester to Whitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Whitland is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Chester to Whitland.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitland?

There are 1666+ hotels available in Whitland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Whitland 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 Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Whitlandtrain Crewe - Milford Haven / ...
5h 57m
£85–129
Drive 148.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Whitlandcar 148.1 mi
3h 4m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
9h 8m
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Whitlandtrain Cardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
6h
£50–150

Chester to Whitland by train

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5h 57mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Whitland.

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Distance: 238.5 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Whitland via Shrewsbury in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Whitland via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion, Carmarthen station, and Carmarthen in around 9h 8m.

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