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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Chester (CTR)

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19

train journeys
per day

120

miles (193 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Chester is approximately 120 miles (193 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 9 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:54
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:54
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:18
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:54
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    17:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:22
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:18
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:54
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:54
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    19:57
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:18
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    21:13
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:54
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    21:26
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:18
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    22:40
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:42
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    23:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:42
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    21:18
    9 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    06:30
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:54
    8 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Chester
    Cardiff Bay to Chester

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Bay and Chester

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Chester. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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