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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Chester Zoo is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chester via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Wales to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Wales and Chester Zoo is 153 miles. The road distance is 149.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Chester Zoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Wales to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

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

Wales to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from Wales to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Wales to Chester Zoo is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Wales to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Wales to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho station.

Where does the Wales to Chester Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Chester Zoo is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Wales to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 1105+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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There are 3 ways to get from Wales to Chester Zoo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
3h 33m
£62–103
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickhobus Gm4
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Chester Bus Interchangebus Gma
6h 35m
£31–76
Drive 148.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chester Zoocar 148.3 mi
3h 11m
£37–53

Wales to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.9 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Chester Zoo via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 6h 35m.

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