The average train between Chester and Newbury takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Newbury. 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 Newbury. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Newbury at 8:30 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Newbury? 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 Newbury. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Newbury station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Chester to Newbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Newbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newbury station.
Book your Chester to Newbury train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Newbury is 225.7 km. The road distance is 375 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Newbury via London Euston, Euston Station, Bishops Bridge Road / Little Venice, and London Paddington in around 3h 53m.