The average train between Chester and Melksham takes 5h 52m 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 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Melksham at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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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.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Melksham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Chester to Melksham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Melksham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Chester to Melksham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Melksham is 208.5 km. The road distance is 310 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Melksham via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and Chippenham in around 5h 19m.