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Outbound fromChester to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 1h 58m to travel from Chester to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 64 miles (103 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Chester to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £7.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:34 | |
| Departure station | Chester | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 17m | |
| Distance | 64 miles (103 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £7.10 | |
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Taking the train from Chester to Birmingham in 1 hour 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Chester to Birmingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 58 minutes to travel the 64 miles (103 km) from Chester to Birmingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Chester to Birmingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £7.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Birmingham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Chester to Birmingham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Chester to Birmingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.