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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Melksham takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Melksham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 33m
Duration
193 mi
Distance
£91
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Chester to Melksham train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Chester and Melksham. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Melksham at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 58m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 40m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 36m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 35m • 4 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 7m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 37m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 7m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 37m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 7m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 37m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 7m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 37m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 7m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 37m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 47m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 3m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 6m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 6m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Melksham? 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 Melksham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 192.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Melksham via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and Chippenham in around 5h 21m.

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