The average train between Frome and Chester takes 5h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Frome to Chester. 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 Frome and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Frome is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 5h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Frome to Chester? 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 Frome to Chester. However, there are services departing from Frome station and arriving at Chester station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.
Frome to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Frome station.
Frome to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Chester station.
Book your Frome to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Frome and Chester is 221.6 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Frome to Chester via Bristol Temple Meads and Stafford in around 5h 33m.