The average train between Cardiff and Chester takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:46 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Chester station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.
Cardiff to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Chester is 191.2 km. The road distance is 238 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 3h.
