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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Chester (CTR)

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24

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 23:43

first / last train

2

direct trains

3

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Chester , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Chester is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 41 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Chester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:46
    4 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    4 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    4 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:26
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:21
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:23
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    18:22
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    19:13
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:05
    4 hrs 23 mins Direct
    19:28
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:21
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:01
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    19:57
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:49
    4 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    21:13
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:05
    4 hrs 21 mins Direct
    21:26
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:23
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    22:40
    Swansea
    Chester
    Swansea to Chester

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
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 Swansea and Chester

The travel time between Swansea and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:43.

First class tickets on trains between Swansea and Chester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Swansea to Chester

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

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