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Shortest travel time:
2 h 41 m
Longest travel time:
3 h 59 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$39
Avg. daily departures:
24
Earliest departure:
04:22
Latest departure:
21:34
Chester
Chester train station
Chester Railway Station
Station, City Rd, Chester CH1 3NS, Chester, United Kingdom
193 km
Cardiff
Cardiff train station
Cardiff Central
Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, UK, Cardiff, United Kingdom

Chester to Cardiff Train Information

Among the top choices for traveling from Chester to Cardiff is taking a fast and modern train. All high-speed trains running between the cities were designed to offer the passengers everything they might need for a pleasant journey, including several travel classes to choose from, fast travel times (the journey takes about 3 hours), and an extensive timetable with up to 24 daily departures. Fantastic onboard amenities are also at your service during the ride. The trains from Chester to Cardiff boast light and spacious carriages, equipped with cushy seats, and offer plenty of legroom and generous luggage space. Big panoramic windows are perfect for admiring the spectacular views along the way. Another reason to opt for a train ride from Chester to Cardiff is that the train stations are located close to the city centers and are conveniently accessible by public transport, making it very easy to get around.

Chester to Cardiff Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
2 hrs 41 min
3 hrs 28 min
04:22
11:32
11
Afternoon trains
2 hrs 54 min
3 hrs 18 min
12:25
17:36
9
Evening trains
2 hrs 55 min
3 hrs 46 min
18:29
20:37
3
Night trains
3 hrs 59 min
3 hrs 59 min
21:34
21:34
1

Trains from Chester to Cardiff

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
Train with 1 change
3 hrs 6 min
$99
12
Transport for Wales
Transport for Wales
Train with 1 change
3 hrs 18 min
$39
4
Transport for Wales
Transport for Wales
Regional train
2 hrs 41 min
$45
8