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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Chester
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Chester will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 4 trains that leave Swansea for Chester on Mon, Dec 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swansea to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €41.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€73 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Chester trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:52 AM Swansea | 4h50 | 11:42 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:56 AM Swansea | 5h25 | 1:21 PM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:51 AM Swansea | 5h31 | 5:22 PM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:54 PM Swansea | 4h31 | 6:25 PM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Chester
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Trains from Swansea to Chester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:56, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 02:56 |
Last train 22:24 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Swansea to Chester trainsTransport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Chester from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Chester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Chester
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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