The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR)
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bath Spa (BTH) for Chester station (CTR) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P29847+ C74904+ L02182 | On time 08:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h43 | 12:06 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
L23117+ L64847 | On time 08:32 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h53 | 12:25 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
P33676+ C75331+ L02373+ L64297 | On time 08:51 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h53 | 12:44 Chester station (CTR) | 3 changes | |
P33676 · L23540+ L64790+ L02184 | On time 08:51 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h15 | 13:06 Chester station (CTR) | 3 changes | |
P33679+ C74906+ L02184 | On time 09:30 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h36 | 13:06 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
L23119+ L64809+ L02186 | On time 09:41 Bath Spa (BTH) | 4h25 | 14:06 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR)
Trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 13:50. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 07:29 |
Last train 13:50 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry trains will get you between Bath Spa (BTH) and Chester station (CTR) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
FAQs: Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath Spa (BTH) to Chester station (CTR) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester station (CTR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bath Spa (BTH) and Chester station (CTR)
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front



