- Distance: 148.6 mi
- Duration: 2h 58m
The average train between Cardiff and Chester Northgate takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Chester Northgate. 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 Cardiff and Chester Northgate. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Chester Northgate at 1:19 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at Chester station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.
Cardiff to Chester Northgate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Chester Northgate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Chester Northgate is 191.2 km. The road distance is 236 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 57m.
