Chester to Tamworth by train

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Overview: trains from Chester to Tamworth

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chester to Tamworth, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:02 View journey
Last train 23:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 11m View journey
Distance (km) 101
Trains / day 52 View all
Cheapest journey £14.74 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 59m
Train operators 8

Discover Chester to Tamworth by train

Planning a train adventure from Chester to Tamworth? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Chester and Tamworth

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £14.74. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Chester to Tamworth daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Tamworth on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 52 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 01:02: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:35: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 04:16: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:00: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 13 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time from Chester to Tamworth

The quickest time by train is 1 hour and 11 minutes, travelling a total distance of 101 kilometres.

Booking Chester to Tamworth trains in advance

Booking your Chester to Tamworth tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 and a half months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Chester and Tamworth by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Learn more about train travel from Chester to Tamworth

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Tamworth city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Chester to Tamworth

Want to know more about your journey from Chester to Tamworth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Chester and Tamworth is 101 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.