The average train between Arbroath and Chester takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Arbroath to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Arbroath and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arbroath is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Arbroath to Chester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Chester. However, there are services departing from Arbroath station and arriving at Chester station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Arbroath to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.
Arbroath to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Arbroath to Chester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Arbroath and Chester is 375.5 km. The road distance is 494 km.
You can take a train from Arbroath to Chester via Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 52m.