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Chester to St Albans train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to St Albans trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W34089 · W34170+ Y80835 · W11130 | On time 8:32 Chester station (CTR) | 3h30 | 12:02 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 3 changes | |
 G38556+ G01013+ W45549+ L38060 | On time 9:24 Chester station (CTR) | 6h17 | 15:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 4 changes | |
| G38921 · G38558+W45415+L37970 | On time 10:22 Chester station (CTR) | 6h19 | 16:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 5 changes | |
| W33965 · W34094+C17802 · W11148 | On time 11:32 Chester station (CTR) | 3h30 | 15:02 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 3 changes | |
| W33934 · W33894+Y80883 · W11154 | On time 12:32 Chester station (CTR) | 3h29 | 16:01 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 3 changes | |
G38698+W34031+ C34278 · G58936 | On time 12:58 Chester station (CTR) | 3h39 | 16:37 St Albans City (SAC) | 4 changes | |
| W34217 · W33949+W11166 · Y80895 | On time 13:32 Chester station (CTR) | 3h59 | 17:31 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to St Albans
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Chester to St Albans and enjoy the approximately 236 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 21:08.
Distance 236 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 2:55 |
Last train 21:08 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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FAQs: Chester to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to St Albans 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 St Albans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and St Albans
Most Chester to St Albans trains use the Chester to St Albans City station pair, with some services arriving at St Albans Abbey. Use this guide to compare Chester and St Albans train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to St Albans 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 St Albans station do trains from Chester arrive at?
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to St Albans Abbey from St Albans city centre
St Albans Abbey train station facilities and services
St Albans Abbey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans Abbey.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans Abbey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans Abbey: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans Abbey: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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