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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Bath takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Bath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 52m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Bath train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Bath. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Bath at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 43m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 31m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 37m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 37m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 37m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 37m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 26m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 37m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 4m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 30m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 34m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Bath? 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Bath.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Bath, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Bath Spa via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 46m.

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