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

The cheapest way to get from Llanidloes to Chester is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanidloes to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Llanidloes and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Llanidloes to Chester. However, there are services departing from Caersws and arriving at Chester via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Llanidloes to Chester?

The distance between Llanidloes and Chester is 90 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanidloes to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Llanidloes to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanidloes to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Llanidloes to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Llanidloes to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanidloes to Chester is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Llanidloes to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1126+ hotels available in Chester.

Llanidloes to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Caersws to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 20m
£70–95
Drive 68.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanidloes to Chestercar 68.8 mi
1h 24m
£18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Groe to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
3h 49m
£19–29
Bus, train via Welshpool
1. Take the bus from The Groe to Welshpool Tescobus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 15m
£24–38

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Map of how to get from Llanidloes to Chester.

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Distance: 89.7 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a vehicle from Llanidloes to Chester via Caersws and Shrewsbury in around 2h 20m.

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