The average train between Bath and Chester takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is an hourly train service from Bath 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 hourly between Bath and Chester. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bath 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 Bath to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Chester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Bath to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Bath to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bath and Chester is 205.1 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to Chester via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 3h 43m.