Cheap Train Tickets from Cardiff to Chester
For a train from Cardiff to Chester, advance tickets can be as low as £19.20*, while fares on average are £19.94. To secure the cheapest train ticket, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more affordable options, please refer to our train ticket calendar.
Cardiff to Chester Live Train Timetable
Find trains from Cardiff to Chester today (18 Oct 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. View the full-day timetable or search for different dates here.
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Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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05:38 Cardiff Central | 09:20 Chester | On time | 3h 42m | Transport for Wales | Find tickets | |
05:54 Cardiff Central | 09:44 Chester | On time | 3h 50m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
07:17 Cardiff Central | 10:20 Chester | On time | 3h 3m | Transport for Wales | Find tickets | |
07:50 Cardiff Central | 11:05 Chester | On time | 3h 15m | Transport for Wales | Find tickets | |
07:50 Cardiff Central | 11:20 Chester | On time | 3h 30m | Transport for Wales | Find tickets |
Cardiff to Chester Train Journey Information
Effortlessly plan your journey from Cardiff to Chester. Discover the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, travel duration, and pricing options to enhance your trip.
First train | 05:13 |
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Last train | 21:55 |
Departure station | Cardiff |
Arrival station | Chester |
Distance | 120 miles (192 km) |
Journey time | From 2h 43m |
Price | From £19.20 |
Train operators | Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Cardiff to Chester Train Travel Guide
Travelling by train from Cardiff to Chester provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring that they arrive on time. For a smooth travel experience, please check out our Train Journey Planner.
Plan Your Train Journey
Travelling by train from Cardiff to Chester takes approximately 2h 43m. There is an average of 29 train from Cardiff to Chester per day. The first train departs at 05:13, and the last train leaves at 21:55. For more detailed information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Train from Cardiff to Chester Split Ticket and Advance tickets are available. The average fare is approx £19.94 and the cheapest fare is £19.20*. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) Accurate ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class.
Train Stations
You can choose to start from Liverpool Lime Street,Wrexham General,Capenhurst,Bache,Flint,Frodsham,Shotton,or Helsby Station to Chester by train.
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More Train Routes
Trains from Cardiff | Trains from Chester |
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- | Chester to Liverpool Lime Street |
- | Chester to Wrexham General |
- | Chester to Capenhurst |
- | Chester to Bache |
- | Chester to Flint |
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