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Chester to Scunthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Scunthorpe trains for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:52 Chester | 3h13 | 14:05 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 10:56 Chester | 3h09 | 14:05 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 11:52 Chester | 3h14 | 15:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 11:56 Chester | 3h10 | 15:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 12:52 Chester | 3h14 | 16:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 12:56 Chester | 3h10 | 16:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 13:52 Chester | 3h14 | 17:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 13:56 Chester | 3h10 | 17:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 14:52 Chester | 3h14 | 18:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 14:56 Chester | 3h10 | 18:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 15:52 Chester | 3h14 | 19:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 15:56 Chester | 3h10 | 19:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 16:52 Chester | 3h14 | 20:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 16:56 Chester | 3h10 | 20:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 17:52 Chester | 3h14 | 21:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 17:55 Chester | 3h11 | 21:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 18:52 Chester | 3h17 | 22:09 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 18:56 Chester | 3h13 | 22:09 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 19:52 Chester | 3h23 | 23:15 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| 19:55 Chester | 3h20 | 23:15 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
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Transpennine Express as well as Transport for Wales offer trains services from Chester to Scunthorpe.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Scunthorpe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Scunthorpe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 3h 1m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 21:08 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales from Chester to Scunthorpe trainsTranspennine Express, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Scunthorpe from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£80
Transpennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£60
Transport for Wales frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Chester to Scunthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Chester to Scunthorpe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Chester to Scunthorpe covers a distance of 155 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Chester to Scunthorpe is 155 km.
The first train from Chester to Scunthorpe leaves at 5:47.
The last train from Chester to Scunthorpe departs at 21:08.
Trains from Chester to Scunthorpe run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Chester to Scunthorpe.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chester to Scunthorpe.
To travel from Chester to Scunthorpe, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Chester to Scunthorpe.
The train station in Chester that goes to Scunthorpe is Chester station (CTR), and it arrives at Scunthorpe station (SCU).
The cheapest way to get from Chester to Scunthorpe is by train, costing approximately £60.
Booking trains from Chester to Scunthorpe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Chester to Scunthorpe.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Scunthorpe
Chester
Scunthorpe
The major train station for departures in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your trip from Chester to Scunthorpe.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Chester West
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Chester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
The major train station for arrivals in Scunthorpe is Scunthorpe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scunthorpe for your journey to Scunthorpe from Chester.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:45 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News Agent on Platform 1 selling newspapers, magazines, snacks, hot and cold drinks. Opening hours approx 0645 to 1700 Monday to Saturday.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from Platform 1 to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday: 08:45 - 20:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Scunthorpe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside station entrance
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