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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Chester is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Chester. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Chester via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Swansea to Chester?

The distance between Swansea and Chester is 194 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Chester without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Swansea to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chester bus from?

Swansea to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Chester?

The best way to get from Swansea to Chester is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Swansea to Chester bus arrive?

Swansea to Chester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Swansea to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Chester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Swansea to Chester.

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

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

Book your Swansea to Chester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 7m
£73–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
7h 5m
£22–38
Drive 140.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Chestercar 140.5 mi
3h 9m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
5h 37m
£64–112

Swansea to Chester by train

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Chester via Cardiff Central in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange via Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 7h 5m.

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