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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £11 - £17 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Chester to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Chester and Aberystwyth is 124 miles. The road distance is 88.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Chester to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Aberystwyth bus from?

Chester to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where do I catch the Chester to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Chester to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Chester to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Chester to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Chester to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Aberystwyth is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Chester to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 53m
£41–68
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
5h 38m
£12–17
Drive 87.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Aberystwythcar 87.9 mi
2h 5m
£22–32

Chester to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 122.9 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1 in around 5h 38m.

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