What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle is to drive which costs £35 - £50 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Kidwelly Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Kidwelly Castle. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Boot & Shoe via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Kidwelly Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Kidwelly Castle. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Kidwelly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Chester to Kidwelly Castle?

The distance between Chester and Kidwelly Castle is 215 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Kidwelly Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 34m and costs £85 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Kidwelly Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Kidwelly Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Kidwelly Castle?

The best way to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 34m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Chester to Kidwelly Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Kidwelly Castle train arrive?

Chester to Kidwelly Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Chester to Kidwelly Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Kidwelly Castle is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Chester to Kidwelly Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Kidwelly Castle?

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Where can I stay near Kidwelly Castle?

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Kidwelly Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Kidwellytrain Newport / ...
5h 34m
£86–160
Drive 142.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Kidwelly Castlecar 142.7 mi
3h 1m
£35–51
Bus
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
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
9h 33m
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Kidwellytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 50m
£82–149

Chester to Kidwelly Castle by train and foot

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 214 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Kidwelly Castle, Wales?

You can take a train from Chester to Kidwelly Castle via Cardiff Central and Kidwelly in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Kidwelly Castle via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 3, and Boot & Shoe in around 9h 33m.

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