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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Chester (CTR)

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22

train journeys
per day

119

miles (192 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:46

first / last train

11

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Chester , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Chester is approximately 119 miles (192 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 40 mins.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Chester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:12
    3 hrs 8 mins Direct
    08:20
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:38
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    09:20
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 3 mins Direct
    10:20
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    3 hrs 4 mins Direct
    12:26
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:53
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:25
    2 hrs 56 mins Direct
    14:21
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:53
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:22
    3 hrs Direct
    16:22
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:56
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    18:22
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:49
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    19:13
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:22
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    19:21
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:22
    3 hrs 6 mins Direct
    19:28
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:14
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    19:57
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:49
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    21:13
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:25
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    21:26
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:41
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    22:40
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:05
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    23:22
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    00:29
    Cardiff Central
    Chester
    Cardiff Central to Chester

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Chester

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Chester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Chester

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Chester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Chester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.