Chester to Banbury by train

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Overview: trains from Chester to Banbury

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chester to Banbury, 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 04:22 View journey
Last train 22:32 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 18m View journey
Distance (km) 164
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey US$97.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 30m
Train operators 9

From Chester to Banbury by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Chester to Banbury by train. With 30 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Chester to Banbury

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Chester to Banbury:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$97.00

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Chester to Banbury train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Chester to Banbury is at 04:22 and the last is at 22:32. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 04:22 and the last one is at 22:30. You can expect 30 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 28 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Chester and Banbury

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 18 minutes, covering a total of 164 kilometres.

When do tickets between Chester and Banbury go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Chester and Banbury 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Chester to Banbury travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Banbury.

FAQs about the train journey from Chester to Banbury

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

The total distance between Chester and Banbury by train is 164 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.