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Chester to Pontarddulais train prices and times

Looking to travel from Chester to Pontarddulais? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 90.24, with average prices for this route around SAR 90.24.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:20 5h 1m, No direct Chester	13:21 Pontarddulais	Find Tickets
08:32 4h 49m, No direct Chester	13:21 Pontarddulais	Find Tickets
12:25 4h 51m, No direct Chester	17:16 Pontarddulais	Find Tickets
12:32 4h 44m, No direct Chester	17:16 Pontarddulais	Find Tickets
13:32 4h 51m, No direct Chester	18:23 Pontarddulais	Find Tickets
16:24 5h 45m, No direct Chester	22:09 Paris	Find Tickets

Chester to Pontarddulais train route details

First train

08:20

Last train

20:37

Departure station

Chester

Arrival station

Pontarddulais

Journey time

4h 44m

Distance

183 km

Price

SAR 90.24*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Pontarddulais

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Chester to Pontarddulais during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Chester to Pontarddulais, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Chester to Pontarddulais ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Chester to Pontarddulais more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chester to Pontarddulais train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Chester to Pontarddulais train prices and times

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