The average train between Barry and Chester takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Barry 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 3 hours between Barry and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barry is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Barry 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 Barry to Chester. However, there are services departing from Barry station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Barry to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Barry to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Barry to Chester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Barry and Chester is 200.9 km. The road distance is 251 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 57m.