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.
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.




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4h 6m • 4 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Chester to Melksham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Melksham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
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The distance between Chester and Melksham is 208.5 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Melksham via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and Chippenham in around 5h 21m.