The average train between Chester and Caerphilly takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Caerphilly. 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 4 hours between Chester and Caerphilly. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Caerphilly at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Caerphilly station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Chester to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Chester and Caerphilly is 181 km. The road distance is 250 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 55m.