The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR)
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR) will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Chester station (CTR) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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 train, coach and flight for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £29.
Distance: 309 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £55 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 42m Average total duration 17h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR) train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h41 | 07:09 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h02 | 08:50 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h10 | 12:49 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR)
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 19:06 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Chester station (CTR) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Chester station (CTR) train

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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Chester station (CTR)
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
- 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
