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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swansea and arriving at Chester. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Swansea to Chester?

The distance between Swansea and Chester is 206 miles. The road distance is 141.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £55 - £110.

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

The train from Swansea to Chester takes 4h 22m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Chester is 142 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Swansea to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1000+ hotels available in Chester.

Swansea to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swansea to Chester by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Chestertrain Swansea - Chester
4h 22m
£55–110
Drive 140.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Chestercar 140.7 mi
3h 10m
£34–49
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 49m
£41–111

Swansea to Chester by train

1Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Chester once a week. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 4h 22m.

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