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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Stratford-upon-Avon takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is an hourly train service from Chester to Stratford-upon-Avon. 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 13m
Duration
98 mi
Distance
£40
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Stratford-upon-Avon train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Stratford-upon-Avon. The earliest departure is at 1:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Stratford-upon-Avon at 7:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 45m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 45m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands Trains6h 12m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands Trains6h 12m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 5m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 35m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 15m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 24m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 45m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 45m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 2m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Stratford-upon-Avon? 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.

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  • Distance: 97.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Stratford-upon-Avon, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Stratford-upon-Avon via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, and Birmingham Moor Street in around 3h 4m.

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