The average train between Stratford-upon-Avon and Chester takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stratford-upon-Avon is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Moor Street and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon to Chester. However, there are services departing from Stratford-upon-Avon station and arriving at Chester station via Birmingham Moor Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Stratford-upon-Avon to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Stratford-upon-Avon station.
Stratford-upon-Avon to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Stratford-upon-Avon to Chester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Stratford-upon-Avon and Chester is 136.8 km. The road distance is 157 km.
You can take a train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Chester via Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 2h 54m.