How to get to Chester from Swindon

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Compare train and coach for Swindon to Chester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £101.

Distance: 197 km

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£33

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Cheapest

£101

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£39

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 19m

Average total duration

7h 49m

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30m

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3h 37m

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3h 7m

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30m

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3h 21m

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(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Chester is a coach with an average price of £33.

This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Chester:

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Chester costing on average £101.

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Chester is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Chester take longer:

Coach takes on average 8h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swindon and Chester including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 7h 49m versus 3h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Swindon to Chester

How to get to Chester from Swindon by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Swindon to Chester is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:259h35
    Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)
    13:00Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)
    £241One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:259h35
    Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)
    13:00Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)
    £241One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00860+West Midlands TrainsC17907+Transport for WalesG38370+Great Western RailwayW34871
    9:394h17
    Swindon station (SWI)
    13:56Chester station (CTR)
    £1211One-way
    4 changes

Other options

  • CrossCountryW29776+Avanti West CoastW33373+Great Western RailwayC50048+Transport for WalesG38370
    9:324h24
    Swindon station (SWI)
    13:56Chester station (CTR)
    £1211One-way
    3 changes
  • Transport for WalesG38968 · G38423+Great Western RailwayC50048
    9:324h45
    Swindon station (SWI)
    14:17Chester station (CTR)
    £1211One-way
    2 changes

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FAQs: Swindon to Chester

Travel to Chester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swindon to Chester.

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There are 2 options to travel between Swindon and Chester including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Chester is a coach with an average price of £33.

This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Chester:

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Chester costing on average £101.

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Chester is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Chester take longer:

Coach takes on average 8h 19m.

The Swindon to Chester distance is approximately 197 km.
The average frequency per day from Swindon to Chester is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swindon and Chester as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Swindon to Chester:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) and arrive in Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange).
  • Trains mostly depart from Swindon station (SWI) and arrive in Chester station (CTR).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Swindon to Chester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Chester by coach.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales to go to Chester by train.
Omio customers who travel from Swindon to Chester often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Manchester, Liverpool, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chester and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Swindon to Chester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Chester, you can visit Chester Zoo, one of the UK's largest zoos, or explore the Grosvenor Museum for local history and art. Enjoy a walk or boat trip along the River Dee, or experience cultural offerings at Storyhouse. The Cheshire Military Museum provides insights into military history. Don't miss the stunning Chester Cathedral, the historical Chester Roman Amphitheatre, and the well-preserved Chester City Walls for panoramic views. The Eastgate Clock and The Rows offer iconic sights and unique shopping experiences.
A stay of two to three days in Chester is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as Chester Cathedral, the Roman walls, and the Rows, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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