- Distance: 42 mi
- Duration: 54 min
The average train between Shrewsbury and Chester takes 54 min and the fastest train takes 48 min. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury 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 hourly between Shrewsbury and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:45 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 54 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shrewsbury station and arriving at Chester station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 54 min.
Shrewsbury to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shrewsbury to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Shrewsbury to Chester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Shrewsbury and Chester is 54.2 km. The road distance is 68 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 52 min.
