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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Wales
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Wales will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Wales 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 108 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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 train and coach for Chester to Wales
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 108 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Wales trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:16 Chester | 2h39 | 09:55 Cardiff Central | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 07:32 Chester | 3h15 | 10:47 Cardiff Central | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Wales
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Trains from Chester to Wales run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 06:52 |
Last train 21:33 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Chester to Wales trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Wales from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Chester to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Wales
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
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Information Desk
- 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
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