The average train between Chester and Aberdeen takes 7h 10m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Aberdeen. 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 Chester and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 11:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 7h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Aberdeen? 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 Chester to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.
Chester to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Chester to Aberdeen train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Aberdeen is 442.4 km. The road distance is 580 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Aberdeen via Warrington Bank Quay and Haymarket in around 7h 19m.