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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Newtown is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Newtown is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Newtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Newtown station. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 via Wrexham Bus Station 1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Chester to Newtown?

The distance between Chester and Newtown is 76 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Newtown without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Chester to Newtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Newtown bus from?

Chester to Newtown bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 1.

Where do I catch the Chester to Newtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Newtown?

The best way to get from Chester to Newtown is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 2 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Chester to Newtown bus arrive?

Chester to Newtown bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chester to Newtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Newtown is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Chester to Newtown.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Newtown 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 Newtown (Powys)train Shrewsbury - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 37m
£30–51
Drive 55 mi
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1. Drive from Chester to Newtowncar 55 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76
4h 19m

Chester to Newtown by train

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

You can take a train from Chester to Newtown (Powys) via Shrewsbury in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 via Wrexham Bus Station 7, Wrexham Bus Station 1, and Bus Station in around 4h 19m.

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