Train from London to Chester: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Chester on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Avanti West CoastTrain
Euston Station
ChesterCheapest
Avanti West CoastTrain
Euston Station
ChesterFastest
Avanti West CoastTrain
Euston Station
ChesterNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Euston Station
ChesterNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Euston Station
ChesterNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Chester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Chester. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 371, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 40mAverage duration
266 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 249 - R 1 192Average duration5h 40m
6kg CO₂e
Average priceR 871 - R 6 815Average duration2h 6m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 371 - R 766Average duration3h 40m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Chester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from London to Chester?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Chester start from R 871. The average price for this train route is around R 2 026. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Chester?

    The average train journey time from London to Chester is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 264 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 2m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Chester route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Chester?

    The earliest train from London to Chester departs at 07:45. And the latest train departs at 23:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 3 977
11/12
R 1 985
Today
R 1 983
13/12
R 1 972
14/12
R 1 982
15/12
R 931
16/12
R 860
17/12
R 854
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Chester was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 854

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Chester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 854 to R 6 520 for a train ticket from London to Chester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 854, which is on 2025-12-17.

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