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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Newtown and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtown station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 and arriving at Pepper Street via Bus Station and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Newtown and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newtown (Powys) and arriving at Chester. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Newtown to Chester?

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

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

The best way to get from Newtown to Chester without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £55.

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

The train from Newtown (Powys) to Chester takes 1h 33m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Chester bus from?

Newtown to Chester bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Newtown to Chester?

The best way to get from Newtown to Chester is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus and line 1 bus, which costs and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Newtown to Chester bus arrive?

Newtown to Chester bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Newtown to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newtown to Chester?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Chestertrain Aberystwyth - Chester
1h 33m
£30–55
Drive 54.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtown to Chestercar 54.9 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Bus, line 2 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 7 to Pepper Streetbus 1
3h 46m
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 2m
£31–51

Newtown to Chester by train

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Newtown (Powys) to Chester once a week. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Pepper Street via Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 3h 46m.

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