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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Chester
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Chester will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 2 trains that leave Plymouth 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 325 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 40 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 Plymouth to Chester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 325 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£86 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £177 Average Price |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Chester trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:20 Plymouth | 6h05 | 11:25 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:27 Plymouth | 6h40 | 13:07 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Chester
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Trains from Plymouth to Chester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:43, the last at 18:27. The fastest train covers the 325 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 325 km |
Average train duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 02:43 |
Last train 18:27 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Plymouth to Chester trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Plymouth and Chester from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Chester
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Parking
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Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
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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