The average train between Bristol and Chester takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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 Bristol and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 5:00 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:06 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Chester station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Bristol to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Bristol to Chester train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Bristol and Chester is 194 km. The road distance is 261 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Chester via Stafford in around 3h 38m.