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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Welwyn Garden City
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£186
Average price
£186
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
238 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Welwyn Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Welwyn Garden City will cost around £186 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £186.
Fast trains
To travel from Chester to Welwyn Garden City you need to make at least 3 changes.
10:144h03
Chester14:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
11:283h49
Chester15:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
12:323h45
Chester16:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
13:323h45
Chester17:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
14:323h45
Chester18:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
12:323h45
Chester16:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
13:323h45
Chester17:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
14:323h45
Chester18:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
11:283h49
Chester15:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
10:144h03
Chester14:17Welwyn Garden City
£1861One-way
3 changes
Live departures
Chester to Welwyn Garden City train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Welwyn Garden City trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:25
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:32 Chester | 3h45 | 11:17 Welwyn Garden City | 3 changes | |
| 08:32 Chester | 3h45 | 12:17 Welwyn Garden City | 3 changes | |
| 09:32 Chester | 3h45 | 13:17 Welwyn Garden City | 3 changes | |
| 10:32 Chester | 3h45 | 14:17 Welwyn Garden City | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Welwyn Garden City
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Welwyn Garden City run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £95 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 7h 11m.
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 238 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £95 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 04:02 |
Last train 20:30 |
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: Avanti West Coast from Chester to Welwyn Garden City trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Welwyn Garden City from £95. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
£95
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Chester to Welwyn Garden City train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Chester to Welwyn Garden City offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with picturesque views of the English countryside and charming towns along the route.
To explore Welwyn Garden City, a two-day visit allows you to enjoy its key attractions, local parks, and shopping areas comfortably.
The train distance from Chester to Welwyn Garden City is 238 km.
Booking trains from Chester to Welwyn Garden City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Chester to Welwyn Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £95, while the average price tends to be around £95.
The train journey from Chester to Welwyn Garden City covers a distance of 238 km and takes approximately 7h 11m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Chester to Welwyn Garden City leaves at 4:02.
The cheapest way to get from Chester to Welwyn Garden City is by train, costing approximately £95.
The train station in Chester that goes to Welwyn Garden City is Chester station (CTR), and it arrives at Welwyn Garden City station (WGC).
The last train from Chester to Welwyn Garden City departs at 20:30.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Chester to Welwyn Garden City.
Trains from Chester to Welwyn Garden City run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Chester to Welwyn Garden City.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chester to Welwyn Garden City.
To travel from Chester to Welwyn Garden City, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Chester to Welwyn Garden City.
A day trip from Chester to Welwyn Garden City is not feasible as the journey takes 7h 11m. However, there are 4 trains available per day. The distance is 238 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Welwyn Garden City
Chester
Welwyn Garden City
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 Welwyn Garden City.
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 Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your journey to Welwyn Garden City from Chester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
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