The average train between Chester and Chippenham takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Chippenham. 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 hourly between Chester and Chippenham. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Chippenham at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Chippenham? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Chippenham. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Chippenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Chester to Chippenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Chippenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Chester to Chippenham train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Chippenham is 199.4 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Chippenham via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 13m.