The average train between Bristol and Chester takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is an hourly train service 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 hourly between Bristol and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 23m. 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 Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
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 Crewe station.
Book your Bristol to Chester train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
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 Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 3h 5m.