The average train between Welshpool and Chester takes 1h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool 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 2 hours between Welshpool and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Chester. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Chester station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.
Welshpool to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Welshpool station.
Welshpool to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Welshpool to Chester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Welshpool and Chester is 61.4 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 1h 48m.