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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Chester takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is an hourly train service from Reading 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.

3h 40m
Duration
171 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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3h 22m
£76–130

Reading to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Reading and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Chester at 5:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 171.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 3h 22m.

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