The average train between Neath and Chester takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Neath 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 Neath and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Neath is at 6:48 PM which arrives into Chester at 11:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Neath to Chester. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Chester station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Neath to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Neath station.
Neath to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Neath to Chester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Neath and Chester is 180.7 km. The road distance is 298 km.
You can take a train from Neath to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 4h 9m.