Travelling from Banbury to Chester by train

Want to know how to get from Banbury to Chester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Banbury to Chester take around 2 hours and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 164 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Banbury is scheduled to depart at around  00:03. The last departure is usually at around 23:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Banbury at around 00:03, with the last train leaving at around 23:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 38 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$57.14.

We think any time is a great time to visit Chester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Chester.

Is there a direct train from Banbury to Chester?

The journey between Banbury and Chester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Banbury to Chester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Banbury to Chester?

The Banbury to Chester train travel takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Banbury to Chester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chester leaving Banbury at around 00:03 and the last train leaving at around 23:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Banbury at around 00:03, with the final departure at 23:10.