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It takes an average of 4h 29m to travel from Musselburgh to Chester by train, over a distance of around 189 miles (305 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Musselburgh to Chester and tickets for this journey start from £41.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:52 | |
| Departure station | Musselburgh | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 4h 9m | |
| Distance | 189 miles (305 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £41.80 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Musselburgh to Chester in 4 hours 9 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Musselburgh to Chester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 29 minutes to travel the 189 miles (305 km) from Musselburgh to Chester by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or Transport for Wales to Chester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Musselburgh to Chester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £41.80. 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 Chester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.