The average train between Chester and Fairbourne takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Fairbourne. 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 Fairbourne. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Fairbourne at 10:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Fairbourne? 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 Fairbourne. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Fairbourne station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Chester to Fairbourne train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Fairbourne train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Fairbourne station.
Book your Chester to Fairbourne train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Fairbourne is 95.1 km. The road distance is 201 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Fairbourne via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 5h.