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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Chester is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Chester is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Chester. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Chester via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Chester?

The distance between Welshpool and Chester is 62 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Chester without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £16 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Welshpool to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Chester is 42 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Welshpool to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 998+ hotels available in Chester.

Welshpool to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Welshpool to Chester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Welshpool to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
1h 49m
£17–28
Drive 41.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Chestercar 41.8 mi
52 min
£10–15
Bus, train via Royal Oak Hotel
1. Take the bus from Royal Oak Hotel to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Welshpool to Chestertaxi 41.8 mi
52 min
£100–130
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 13m
£18–31

Welshpool to Chester by train

85Weekly Trains

1h 49mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.6 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 1h 49m.

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