The average train between Tywyn and Chester takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Tywyn 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 4 hours between Tywyn and Chester. The earliest departure is at 8:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tywyn is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 55m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Tywyn 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 Tywyn to Chester. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth station and arriving at Chester station via Shrewsbury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Tywyn to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.
Tywyn to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
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The distance between Tywyn and Chester is 104.5 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Tywyn to Chester via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 4h 4m.