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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Pepper Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Chester. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Chester via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Chester?

The distance between Pontypridd and Chester is 161 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Pontypridd to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Chester bus from?

Pontypridd to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Chester train from?

Pontypridd to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Chester?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Chester is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Chester bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Pontypridd to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Chester is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Pontypridd to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Pontypridd to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 27m
£41–101
Drive 134.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Chestercar 134.2 mi
2h 51m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
8h 9m

Pontypridd to Chester by train

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Pepper Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 8h 9m.

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