It takes an average of 3h 8m to travel from Chester to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 120 miles (192 km). There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Chester to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:52 | |
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Last train | 20:49 | |
Departure station | Chester | |
Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
Journey time | From 2h 43m | |
Distance | 120 miles (192 km) | |
Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £24 | |
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Looking to travel from Chester to Cardiff Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 8 minutes to travel from Chester to Cardiff Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 43 minutes though. You'll usually find 30 trains per day running along the 120 miles (192 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Cardiff Central. Transport for Wales are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Cardiff Central in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chester to Cardiff Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £24.00.
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The average journey time by train between Chester and Cardiff Central is 3 hours and 8 minutes, with around 30 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Chester to Cardiff Central is 2 hours and 43 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Chester to Cardiff Central can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Chester to Cardiff Central without having to change trains. There are 30 direct trains from Chester to Cardiff Central each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Chester to Cardiff Central leaves at 03:52. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Chester to Cardiff Central leaves at 20:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Chester to Cardiff Central cover a distance of around 120 miles (192 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cardiff Central to Chester.
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