The average train between Chester and Swindon takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Swindon. 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 Swindon. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Swindon at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Swindon? 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 Swindon. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Swindon station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Chester to Swindon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Swindon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Chester to Swindon train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Chester and Swindon is 196.6 km. The road distance is 309 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Swindon via Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 47m.