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Compare train for Chester to Berkhamsted
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Berkhamsted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 224 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 1h 24m faster (2h 9m by train vs 3h 33m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£26 vs £45). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Berkhamsted
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Berkhamsted run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 224 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 224 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 21:34 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Chester to Berkhamsted trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Chester and Berkhamsted from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Berkhamsted train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Berkhamsted by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berkhamsted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Berkhamsted
Most Chester to Berkhamsted trains use the Chester to Berkhamsted station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Berkhamsted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Berkhamsted leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Berkhamsted station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Berkhamsted from Berkhamsted city centre
Berkhamsted train station facilities and services
Berkhamsted has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Berkhamsted.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berkhamsted. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berkhamsted: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berkhamsted: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berkhamsted: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: There is a Ticket Vending Machine at each station entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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