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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Chester
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Chester will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Durham for Chester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 196 km
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£45 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Durham to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Chester trains for tomorrow, Monday 29 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:20 Durham | 3h38 | 07:58 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:19 Durham | 3h50 | 17:09 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Chester
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Trains from Durham to Chester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 03:51 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Durham to Chester trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Durham and Chester from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Chester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Chester
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
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Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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