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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Swansea (SWA)

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23

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 01:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Swansea is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 57 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:33
    4 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    09:56
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:20
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:34
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:16
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:32
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:20
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    4 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:21
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:38
    4 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    18:11
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:32
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:36
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    20:04
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    20:32
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:32
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    20:42
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:36
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:22
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    22:33
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:17
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    00:34
    Chester
    Swansea
    Chester to Swansea

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Swansea

The travel time between Chester and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Swansea. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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