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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Chester Zoo is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Chester via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Swansea to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Swansea and Chester Zoo is 198 miles. The road distance is 144.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Chester Zoo without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 39m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Swansea to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chester Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chester Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Swansea to Chester Zoo is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 39m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Swansea to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Chester Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Chester Zoo is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Swansea to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2209+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 39m
£62–117
Bus
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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 47m
£29–43
Drive 143.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Chester Zoocar 143.5 mi
3h 16m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
6h 29m
£57–90

Swansea to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 197.3 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Chester Zoo via Cardiff Central, Chester, Railway Station, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Chester Zoo via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 7h 47m.

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