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Trip Summary
There are 5 daily trains from Hereford to Chester. Traveling by train from Hereford to Chester usually takes around 2 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Transport For Wales train can make the trip in one hour and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 79 mi (127 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 53m |
| Lowest price | £32.43 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Transport For Wales |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Hereford to Chester?
Transport For Wales is the one and only train line which connects Hereford to Chester. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport For Wales | 5 | 2h 3m | £35.33 |
Transport for Wales is a trusted provider of passenger rail travel in Wales and the border region with England. Popular trips include Chester to Church Stretton, Caldicot to Cardiff Central station, and Manchester to London. Passengers onboard can enjoy complimentary WiFi and various options for onboard meals, from either a café car or at-seat trolley service for snacks, sodas, and hot drinks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hereford to Chester. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Hereford at 14:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Chester. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chester to Hereford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hereford?
Main departure station: Hereford Station
There is one train station in Hereford.
All train stations in Hereford:
Hereford Station
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main arrival station: Chester Train Station
Chester has one train station.
Train stations in Chester:
Chester Train Station
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