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Trip Overview

The average train between Swindon and Chester takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon 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.

4h 42m
Duration
161 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

best
  1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain train
  2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewetrain train
3h 45m
£65–130

Swindon to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Swindon and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Chester at 9:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 161.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Chester via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 3h 45m.

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