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Craven Arms to Chester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Craven Arms to Chester, starting from NZD 18.21 and averaging NZD 18.93. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 20m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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    From NZD 18.21
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    From NZD 18.21
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    From NZD 18.21
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    From NZD 18.21
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    From NZD 18.21
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    From NZD 18.21
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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21:18
Craven Arms
22:41
Chester
1h 23m, DirectTransport for Wales
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21:51
Craven Arms
23:21
Chester
1h 30m, No directTransport for Wales
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23:12
Craven Arms
00:46+1
Paris
1h 34m, DirectTransport for Wales
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Craven Arms to Chester train route details

First train
First train
07:01
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Craven Arms
Arrival station
Arrival station
Chester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 20m
Distance
Distance
84 km
Price
Price
NZD 18.21*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Craven Arms to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Craven Arms to Chester can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Craven Arms to Chester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Craven Arms to Chester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Craven Arms to Chester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Craven Arms to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Craven Arms to Chester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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