What is the cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Chester is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Builth Wells and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Builth Wells to Chester. However, there are services departing from Groe and arriving at Pepper Street via Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Builth Wells and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Builth Wells to Chester. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Chester via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Builth Wells to Chester?

The distance between Builth Wells and Chester is 102 miles. The road distance is 87.7 miles.

How do I travel from Builth Wells to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Builth Wells to Chester?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Builth Wells to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Chester bus from?

Builth Wells to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Groe station.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Chester train from?

Builth Wells to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Builth Wells to Chester?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Chester is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Builth Wells to Chester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Builth Wells to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Builth Wells to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Builth Wells to Chester is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Builth Wells to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1105+ hotels available in Chester.

Builth Wells to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 12m
£38–64
Drive 87.2 mi
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1. Drive from Builth Wells to Chestercar 87.2 mi
1h 52m
£22–31
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Groe to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
6h 20m

Builth Wells to Chester by bus and train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.2 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Builth Wells, Wales and Chester, England?

You can take a bus from Groe to Chester via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2, Llandrindod, and Shrewsbury in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groe to Pepper Street via Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 6h 20m.

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