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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cardiff Central | Chester | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Chester | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Chester | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Chester | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Chester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Chester. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at £40
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Chester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cardiff to Chester?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Chester start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Chester?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Chester is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 120 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Chester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Chester?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Chester departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 21:35.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Chester was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Chester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £38 to £145 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Chester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-13.
