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Cheltenham to Chester Trains

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Duration	2h 57m
Distance	124.5 miles
Average price	£140
Frequency	17/day

Trip overview

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Cheltenham

Chester

The average train between Cheltenham and Chester takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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.

Train via Crewe

Cheltenham Spa
Birmingham New Street
Chester

3h 9m

£59 - £280

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Cheltenham to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Cheltenham and Chester. The earliest departure is at 10:11 in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 22:50 which arrives into Chester at 06:43. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, March 7, 2021

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, London Northwestern Railway, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, London Northwestern Railway, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, London Northwestern Railway, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham 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.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Chester?

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Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Chester. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

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How far is it from Cheltenham to Chester?

The distance between Cheltenham and Chester is 96 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

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Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Chester train from?

Cheltenham to Chester train services, operated by CrossCountry, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

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Where does the Cheltenham to Chester train arrive?

Cheltenham to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to Chester?

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