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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Penarth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Penarth is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Penarth?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Penarth. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Penarth via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Chester to Penarth?

The distance between Chester and Penarth is 152 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Penarth without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Chester to Penarth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Penarth train from?

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

Where does the Chester to Penarth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Penarth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Penarth is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Chester to Penarth.

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

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Where can I stay near Penarth?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Penarth.

Chester to Penarth - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Penarth by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 19m
£51–81
Drive 150 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Penarthcar 150 mi
3h 9m
£37–54
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
6h 54m
£61–253
Fly Liverpool to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 47m
£73–188

Chester to Penarth by train

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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