The average train between Barmouth and Chester takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Barmouth 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 4 hours between Barmouth and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barmouth is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Barmouth to Chester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barmouth to Chester. However, there are services departing from Barmouth station and arriving at Chester station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Barmouth to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Barmouth station.
Barmouth to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Barmouth to Chester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Barmouth and Chester is 93.7 km. The road distance is 205 km.
You can take a train from Barmouth to Chester via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 4h 31m.