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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Chester is to bus via Birmingham which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Chester. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Promenade, Cheltenham and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Chester. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Chester via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Swindon to Chester?

The distance between Swindon and Chester is 193 miles. The road distance is 142.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Chester without a car is to train via Newport which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Swindon to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Chester bus from?

Swindon to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Chester train from?

Swindon to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Chester?

The best way to get from Swindon to Chester is to train via Newport which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Swindon to Chester bus arrive?

Swindon to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Chester train arrive?

Swindon to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Chester is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Swindon to Chester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swindon to Chester?

Book your Swindon to Chester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 962+ hotels available in Chester.

Swindon to Chester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Swindon to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 25m
£64–146
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
6h 2m
£16–30
Drive 141.3 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Chester141.3 mi
2h 58m
£36–52
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 25m
£102–372
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stafford
3. Take the train from Stafford to Chester
5h 3m
£50–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
6h 57m
£34–62

Swindon to Chester by train

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Chester via Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Chester Bus Interchange via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Cheltenham, and Newhall St in around 6h 2m.

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