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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Chester
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Chester will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 2 trains that leave Slough 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 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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.
Live departures
Slough to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Chester trains for today, Sunday 28 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L17186+ Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone+ C90848+ W08211 | On time 08:03 Slough station (SLO) | 5h14 | 13:17 Chester station (CTR) | 5 changes | |
L16847+Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone+S14419+ L64519 | On time 08:34 Slough station (SLO) | 6h32 | 15:06 Chester station (CTR) | 5 changes | |
| L17190+Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone+C90852+W08215 | On time 08:53 Slough station (SLO) | 5h25 | 14:18 Chester station (CTR) | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough to Chester
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Trains from Slough to Chester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:56, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 02:56 |
Last train 20:55 |
Train companies: Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Slough to Chester trainsElizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Slough and Chester from £118. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Slough to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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 Slough and Chester
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation 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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