The average train between Chester and Wareham takes 5h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Wareham. 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 2 hours between Chester and Wareham. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Wareham at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Wareham? 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 Wareham. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Wareham station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.
Chester to Wareham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Wareham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Chester to Wareham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Chester and Wareham is 283.5 km. The road distance is 417 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Wareham via Stafford and Bournemouth in around 6h.