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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
100 km
Cheap tickets
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 £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
To travel from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) you need to make at least one change.
06:421h57
Derby station (DBY)08:39Chester station (CTR)
£371One-way
1 change
07:461h54
Derby station (DBY)09:40Chester station (CTR)
£371One-way
1 change
08:471h53
Derby station (DBY)10:40Chester station (CTR)
£371One-way
1 change
09:471h53
Derby station (DBY)11:40Chester station (CTR)
£371One-way
1 change
10:471h53
Derby station (DBY)12:40Chester station (CTR)
£371One-way
1 change
19:431h32
Derby station (DBY)21:15Chester station (CTR)
£1151One-way
1 change
18:391h33
Derby station (DBY)20:12Chester station (CTR)
£1151One-way
1 change
17:381h34
Derby station (DBY)19:12Chester station (CTR)
£1151One-way
1 change
19:471h37
Derby station (DBY)21:24Chester station (CTR)
£371One-way
1 change
13:481h52
Derby station (DBY)15:40Chester station (CTR)
£371One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 100 km
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2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 08:47 Derby station (DBY) | 1h55 | 10:42 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR)
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Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 08:47 |
Last train 09:46 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) trainsEast Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Chester station (CTR) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£16
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
£37
east_midlands_trains frequency
17 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£72
Cross Country frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR).
The train distance from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) is 100 km.
Booking trains from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) 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 Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) covers a distance of 100 km and takes approximately 1h 55m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) is by coach, costing approximately £12.
The first train from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) leaves at 8:47.
The last train from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) departs at 9:46.
To get from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR) run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR).
Yes, you can take the train from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR).
There is no night train service from Derby station (DBY) to Chester station (CTR).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby station (DBY) and Chester station (CTR)
Derby
Chester
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to Chester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
The major train station for arrivals in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your journey to Chester from Derby.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar 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
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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