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Pontarddulais to Chester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Pontarddulais to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 25.59, with average prices for this route around AU$ 25.59. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
07:30 4h 55m, No direct Pontarddulais	12:25 Chester	Find Tickets
09:31 4h 50m, No direct Pontarddulais	14:21 Chester	Find Tickets
13:30 4h 52m, No direct Pontarddulais	18:22 Chester	Find Tickets
17:16 5h 25m, No direct Pontarddulais	22:41 Chester	Find Tickets
18:23 4h 58m, No direct Pontarddulais	23:21 Chester	Find Tickets
22:09 10h 12m, No direct Pontarddulais	08:21 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Pontarddulais to Chester train route details

First train

05:25

Last train

22:09

Departure station

Pontarddulais

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

4h 50m

Distance

183 km

Price

AU$ 25.59*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontarddulais to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Pontarddulais to Chester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Pontarddulais to Chester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Pontarddulais to Chester, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Pontarddulais to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Pontarddulais to Chester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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