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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Chester is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Pepper Street via Brecon Interchange 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Chester. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Chester via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Neath to Chester?

The distance between Neath and Chester is 186 miles. The road distance is 138.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Chester without a car is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Neath to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Chester bus from?

Neath to Chester bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Neath station.

Where do I catch the Neath to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Neath to Chester?

The best way to get from Neath to Chester is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Neath to Chester bus arrive?

Neath to Chester bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 5 station.

Where does the Neath to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Chester is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Neath to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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

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

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Train via Shrewsbury
best
1. Take the train from Neath to ShrewsburyMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to ChesterShrewsbury - Chester / ...
4h 11m
£62–95
Drive 138.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Neath to Chester138.1 mi
3h
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Neath station to Brecon Interchange 5T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus StationX76 / ...
8h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 42m
£52–125

Neath to Chester by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.3 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath station to Pepper Street via Brecon Interchange 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 8h 7m.

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