The average train between Cardiff and Chester Northgate takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Chester Northgate. 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 2 hours between Cardiff and Chester Northgate. 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 Northgate 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 Northgate station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.
Cardiff to Chester Northgate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Chester Northgate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Cardiff to Chester Northgate train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cardiff and Chester Northgate is 191.2 km. The road distance is 239 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.
