The average train between Swindon and Chester takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. The train service runs several times per day 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Swindon and Chester. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Chester. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Chester station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Swindon to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Chester station.
Book your Swindon to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Swindon and Chester is 196.6 km. The road distance is 309 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Chester via Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 32m.