The average train between Aberystwyth and Chester takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Aberystwyth and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Chester. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Chester station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Aberystwyth to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Chester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Chester is 117.6 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 3h 16m.