Smethwick to Chester by train

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Overview: trains from Smethwick to Chester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Smethwick to Chester, 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 06:07 View journey
Last train 22:47 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 24m View journey
Distance (km) 98
Trains / day 42 View all
Cheapest journey US$18.77 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 39m
Train operators 7

Travelling by train from Smethwick to Chester

Ready to travel from Smethwick to Chester by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Smethwick and Chester: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$18.77, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Smethwick to Chester train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Smethwick to Chester is at 06:07 and the last is at 22:47. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 07:07 and the last one is at 22:47. You can expect 42 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 22 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Smethwick to Chester?

This journey covers a total of 98 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 24 minutes.

Booking time frame: Smethwick to Chester trains

Tickets for travel to Chester along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

More information on train travel from Smethwick to Chester

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Chester city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Smethwick to Chester

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

The train journey between Smethwick and Chester covers 98 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.