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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 11 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) you need to make at least one change.
C21326+
G3864818:262h18Derby station (DBY)20:44Chester station (CTR)£301One-way1 change- C21335+G386279:262h18Derby station (DBY)11:44Chester station (CTR)£301One-way1 change
- C21325+Y6347619:261h57Derby station (DBY)21:23Chester station (CTR)£301One-way1 change
- C21336+G386258:242h20Derby station (DBY)10:44Chester station (CTR)£461One-way1 change
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C18012+G3864818:392h05Derby station (DBY)20:44Chester station (CTR)£591One-way2 changes
- C21325+Y6347619:261h57Derby station (DBY)21:23Chester station (CTR)£301One-way1 change
- G01124+C18012+G3864818:392h05Derby station (DBY)20:44Chester station (CTR)£591One-way2 changes
- G01135+C17750+G386258:292h15Derby station (DBY)10:44Chester station (CTR)£591One-way2 changes
- C21326+G3864818:262h18Derby station (DBY)20:44Chester station (CTR)£301One-way1 change
- C21335+G386279:262h18Derby station (DBY)11:44Chester station (CTR)£301One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 100 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:24 Derby station (DBY) | 2h18 | 10:42 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:26 Derby station (DBY) | 2h16 | 21:42 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) trainsEast Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Chester station (CTR) from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) 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 Chester station (CTR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby station (DBY) and Chester station (CTR)
Most Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) trains use the Derby to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby station (DBY) and Chester station (CTR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Most popular train connections from Derby station (DBY)
Most popular trains to and from Chester station (CTR) and Derby station (DBY)
Most popular train connections to Chester station (CTR)
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