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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chippenham to Chester
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chippenham to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chippenham to Chester will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chippenham for Chester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
8:324h10Chippenham12:42Chester£891One-way0 changes- 9:374h05Chippenham13:42Chester£1141One-way0 changes
- 9:374h05Chippenham13:42Chester£1141One-way0 changes
- 8:324h10Chippenham12:42Chester£891One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chippenham to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 199 km
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3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Chippenham to Chester.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Chippenham to Chester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Chippenham to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Chippenham to Chester
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Trains from Chippenham to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 3:39 |
Last train 17:35 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Chippenham to Chester trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Chippenham and Chester from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chippenham to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham to Chester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chippenham and Chester
Most Chippenham to Chester trains use the Chippenham to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Chippenham and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chippenham station do trains to Chester leave from?
Getting to Chippenham from Chippenham city centre
Chippenham train station facilities and services
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Chester station do trains from Chippenham arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: 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.
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