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The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitehaven to Chester
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
158 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitehaven to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitehaven to Chester will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Fast trains
To travel from Whitehaven to Chester you need to make at least 3 changes.

09:184h22
Whitehaven13:40Chester
£1051One-way
3 changes

13:194h21
Whitehaven17:40Chester
£1051One-way
3 changes

15:184h28
Whitehaven19:46Chester
£1051One-way
3 changes

06:184h22
Whitehaven10:40Chester
£1191One-way
3 changes

07:034h37
Whitehaven11:40Chester
£1191One-way
3 changes

13:194h21
Whitehaven17:40Chester
£1051One-way
3 changes

06:184h22
Whitehaven10:40Chester
£1191One-way
3 changes

09:184h22
Whitehaven13:40Chester
£1051One-way
3 changes

18:184h23
Whitehaven22:41Chester
£1191One-way
3 changes

12:164h24
Whitehaven16:40Chester
£1191One-way
3 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitehaven to Chester
Trains from Whitehaven to Chester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £106 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £106 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 11:52 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Whitehaven to Chester trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Whitehaven and Chester from £106. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 21m
Cheapest Price
£106
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Whitehaven to Chester train
FAQs: Travel by train from Whitehaven to Chester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Whitehaven to Chester.

The train distance from Whitehaven to Chester is 158 km.
Booking trains from Whitehaven to Chester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Whitehaven to Chester covers a distance of 158 km and takes approximately 4h 21m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Whitehaven to Chester leaves at 4:46.
The cost of a train ticket from Whitehaven to Chester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £106, while the average price tends to be around £119.
The last train from Whitehaven to Chester departs at 11:52.
The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to Chester is by train, costing approximately £106.
Trains from Whitehaven to Chester run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Whitehaven that goes to Chester is Whitehaven station (WTH), and it arrives at Chester station (CTR).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Whitehaven to Chester.
There is no night train service from Whitehaven to Chester.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Whitehaven to Chester.
Yes, you can take the train from Whitehaven to Chester.
To travel from Whitehaven to Chester, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whitehaven and Chester
Whitehaven
Chester
The major train station for departures in Whitehaven is Whitehaven. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Whitehaven for your trip from Whitehaven to Chester.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:30 Saturday 06:15 - 17:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Whitehaven is accessible as the station is flat, However platforms are very low and the stepping distance between platform and train may be difficult for some older and less mobile customers.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Whitehaven
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the Station Car Park.
The major train station for arrivals in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your journey to Chester from Whitehaven.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Chester West
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Chester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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