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London to Chester by train
It takes an average of 2h 11m to travel from London to Chester by train, over a distance of around 165 miles (265 km). There are normally 15 trains per day traveling from London to Chester and tickets for this journey start from $22.95 when you book in advance.
| First train | 7:00 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 8:02 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 3m | |
| Distance | 165 miles (265 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $22.95 | |
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How to travel from London to Chester by train
If you want to know more about the journey from London to Chester by train, look no further!
On average, the train journey from London to Chester is around 2 hours 11 minutes. Around 15 trains run from London to Chester every day.
Direct trains run from London to Chester.
Book your ticket from $22.95 for this journey. Booking in advance can help you save money on your train tickets.
Find times and cheap tickets using our Journey Planner.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from London to Chester?
Want to know more about your journey from London to Chester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London to Chester?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from London to Chester start at $22.95§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
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