The average train between Chester and Arbroath takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Arbroath. 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 Arbroath. 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 Arbroath at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Arbroath? 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 Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Arbroath station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Chester to Arbroath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Arbroath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Arbroath station.
Book your Chester to Arbroath train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Arbroath is 375.5 km. The road distance is 498 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Arbroath via Warrington Bank Quay and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 40m.