The average train between Wales and Chester takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Chester. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Chester station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Wales to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Wales to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Wales to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Wales and Chester is 108.6 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Chester via Sheffield, Stockport, and Crewe in around 2h 42m.