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.

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 .

Which train operators serve the London to Chester route?

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

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.

Train London to Chester from R 854

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Chester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	12:06	Chester	Cheapest
Train	15:59	Euston Station	2h 5m	18:04	Chester	Fastest
Train	10:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	12:06	Chester	No tags
Train	15:59	Euston Station	2h 5m	18:04	Chester	No tags
Train	17:00	Euston Station	2h 15m	19:15	Chester	No tags

Next departures from London to Chester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:02	Euston Station	2h 3m	10:05	Chester	Cheapest
Train	08:02	Euston Station	2h 3m	10:05	Chester	Fastest
Train	08:59	Euston Station	2h 6m	11:05	Chester	No tags
Train	08:59	Euston Station	2h 6m	11:05	Chester	No tags
Train	09:59	Euston Station	2h 6m	12:05	Chester	No tags

Next departures from London to Chester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:06	Euston Station	2h 50m	10:56	Chester	Cheapest
Train	17:01	Euston Station	2h 4m	19:05	Chester	Fastest
Train	08:06	Euston Station	2h 50m	10:56	Chester	No tags
Train	15:01	Euston Station	2h 8m	17:09	Chester	No tags
Train	15:01	Euston Station	2h 8m	17:09	Chester	No tags

Next departures from London to Chester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:02	Euston Station	2h 5m	12:07	Chester	Cheapest
Train	15:02	Euston Station	2h 3m	17:05	Chester	Fastest
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	09:02	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:14	Chester	No tags

Next departures from London to Chester on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:02	Euston Station	2h 5m	12:07	Chester	Cheapest
Train	15:02	Euston Station	2h 3m	17:05	Chester	Fastest
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	09:02	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:14	Chester	No tags

Next departures from London to Chester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:02	Euston Station	2h 5m	12:07	Chester	Cheapest
Train	15:02	Euston Station	2h 3m	17:05	Chester	Fastest
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	09:02	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:14	Chester	No tags

Next departures from London to Chester on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:02	Euston Station	2h 5m	12:07	Chester	Cheapest
Train	15:02	Euston Station	2h 3m	17:05	Chester	Fastest
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	09:02	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:14	Chester	No tags

Next departures from London to Chester on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	Cheapest
Train	15:02	Euston Station	2h 3m	17:05	Chester	Fastest
Train	08:00	Euston Station	2h 6m	10:06	Chester	No tags
Train	09:02	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:14	Chester	No tags
Train	09:02	Euston Station	2h 12m	11:14	Chester	No 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 price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 249 - R 1 192	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 871 - R 6 815	Average duration2h 6m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 371 - R 766	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at R 871

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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.

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.
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.
Which train operators serve the London to Chester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
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

The 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.