The average train between Chester and Wales takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Wales at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Wales station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Chester to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Chester to Wales train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and 4 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Wales is 108.6 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Kiveton Bridge via Crewe, Stockport, and Sheffield in around 3h.