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 £19 - £35 and takes 9h 31m.

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 Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

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 26m.

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 26m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m 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 National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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

Swansea to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 26m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h.

Where does the Swansea to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Swansea to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Swansea to Chester Zoo train arrive?

Swansea to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 2228+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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There are 5 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 Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 26m
£68–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
9h 31m
£19–31
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
8h
£36–63
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 15m
£57–91

Swansea to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 197.3 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Chester Zoo via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 8h.

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