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G384036:523h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:49Chester station (CTR)£831One-way1 change- W34265+G386256:523h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:44Chester station (CTR)£831One-way1 change
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G8910212:123h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)16:01Chester station (CTR)£1101One-way2 changes- W84896+G89080+W341816:123h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:01Chester station (CTR)£1101One-way2 changes
- W34060+G3863510:523h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:44Chester station (CTR)£1101One-way1 change
- W84912+W34063+G8910212:123h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)16:01Chester station (CTR)£1101One-way2 changes
- W84896+G89080+W341816:123h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:01Chester station (CTR)£1101One-way2 changes
- W34060+G3863510:523h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:44Chester station (CTR)£1101One-way1 change
- W34265+G386256:523h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:44Chester station (CTR)£831One-way1 change
- W33933+G386298:523h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:44Chester station (CTR)£1101One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Chester
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Chester is train, with an average price of £50. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Chester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 308 km
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£64 Average Price | £68 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest option |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Chester trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W84896+W34181+G89080 | On time 6:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 10:01 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| W34265+G38403 | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h57 | 10:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W34265+G38625 | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 10:44 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84901+W34039+G89086 | On time 8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 12:01 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| W33933+G38409 | On time 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h57 | 12:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W33933+G38629 | On time 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h52 | 12:44 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Chester
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Edinburgh to Chester, including direct trains, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Lowest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 3:51 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Chester trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Chester from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Chester
Most Edinburgh to Chester trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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 Chester station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
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.
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