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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Chester and Telford. The average train journey from Chester to Telford takes one hour and 17 minutes, but some Transport For Wales train trips are as short as one hour and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 40 mi (65 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 8m |
| Lowest price | €11.83 |
| Trains per day | 11 |
| Most frequent service | Transport For Wales |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Chester to Telford?
Transport For Wales is the one and only train line which connects Chester to Telford. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport For Wales | 8 | 1h 17m | €14.45 |
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
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Chester to Telford. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Chester at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. 11 of these are direct connections to Telford. 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 Telford to Chester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main departure station: Chester Train Station
There is one train station in Chester.
All train stations in Chester:
Chester Train Station
Where is the train station in Telford?
Main arrival station: Wellington Station
There are more train stations and stops in Telford than most cities. Most trains from Chester will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Telford:
Train stations in Telford:
Wellington Station
Telford Central
Oakengates
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