The average train between Chester and Oldbury takes 1h 37m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Oldbury. 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 hourly between Chester and Oldbury. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Oldbury at 6:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Oldbury? 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 Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Oldbury station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.
Chester to Oldbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Oldbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sandwell & Dudley station.
Book your Chester to Oldbury train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Oldbury is 96.4 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Sandwell & Dudley via Crewe in around 1h 49m.