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W34271 · C013045:484h19Glasgow Central (GLC)10:07Chester station (CTR)£391One-way1 change- W34271+
G386235:483h56Glasgow Central (GLC)9:44Chester station (CTR)£501One-way1 change - W34050+
G8907514:343h35Glasgow Central (GLC)18:09Chester station (CTR)£791One-way1 change - W33889+G8910513:333h36Glasgow Central (GLC)17:09Chester station (CTR)£791One-way1 change
- C01365+G3864113:384h06Glasgow Central (GLC)17:44Chester station (CTR)£791One-way1 change
- W34063+G8910212:403h21Glasgow Central (GLC)16:01Chester station (CTR)£1121One-way1 change
- W33973+G8909510:383h23Glasgow Central (GLC)14:01Chester station (CTR)£1121One-way1 change
- W34039+G890868:383h23Glasgow Central (GLC)12:01Chester station (CTR)£1121One-way1 change
- W33970+G890929:363h25Glasgow Central (GLC)13:01Chester station (CTR)£1121One-way1 change
- W34172+G8909811:363h25Glasgow Central (GLC)15:01Chester station (CTR)£1121One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Chester
The cheapest option from Glasgow to Chester is train, with an average price of £61. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Glasgow 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: 310 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£61 Average Price Cheapest option | £75 Average Price | £70 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 59m Average total duration 16h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow 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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 | 7:45 Glasgow | 4h56 | 12:41 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Glasgow | 3h51 | 11:51 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:33 Glasgow | 3h36 | 17:09 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:06 Glasgow | 3h47 | 23:53 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Chester
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Glasgow to Chester, including direct trains, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 310 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 310 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Lowest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 3:51 |
Last train 20:36 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Glasgow to Chester trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Chester from £11. 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 to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Chester
Most Glasgow to Chester trains use the Glasgow Central to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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 Mosspark from Glasgow city centre
Mosspark is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Mosspark train station facilities and services
Mosspark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mosspark.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mosspark: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Mosspark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mosspark: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Chester station do trains from Glasgow 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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