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Cardiff to Chester Coach Timetable
Coach from Cardiff to Chester: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Cardiff to Chester. Traveling by coach from Cardiff to Chester usually takes around 10 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 119 mi (191 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £39.77 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Cardiff to Chester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cardiff to Chester. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 10h 17m | £41.57 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Cardiff to Chester
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 119 miles from Cardiff to Chester. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cardiff to Chester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Cardiff to Chester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cardiff to Chester; ticket prices start at £47.14.
City Information
Cardiff
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Cardiff is the capital of Wales, as well as its largest city. Although the city was initially founded as a Roman fort, Cardiff has glided effortlessly into the 21st century, offering tourists a diverse mix of old and new.
Looking to explore the city's history? Cardiff Castle at the heart of the city makes for an exciting day out, where visitors can learn about the fascinating 2,000 years of history that the castle represents.
If the castle gets you in the mood to explore more history, the St Fagans National Museum of History will surely satisfy your historical appetite. As one of Europe's leading open-air museums, the museum offers historical attractions that detail history back to the Celtic era.
For those seeking a more modern experience, Cardiff boasts a fantastic selection of shops and cafes, with Cardiff Central Market as the top choice for retail therapy.
Cardiff has excellent transport links, making it an easy place to visit no matter where you're coming from. Cardiff Airport provides access for visitors traveling from off the island, while high-speed rail services make access to and from London simple. Cardiff Central Station also offers direct routes from Bristol, Bath, Manchester, Nottingham, as well as other main cities and towns.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Cardiff?
Main departure station: 2 Sophia Cl
Cardiff has two coach stations with service to Chester.
All coach stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
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Where does the coach arrive in Chester?
Main arrival station: Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
All coaches from Cardiff arrive at one main station in Chester.
Coach stations in Chester:
Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
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