The average train between Chester and Inverness takes 9h 38m and the fastest train takes 7h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Inverness. 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 5 times a day between Chester and Inverness. 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 Inverness at 12:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 9h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Inverness? 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 Inverness. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Inverness station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.
Chester to Inverness train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Inverness train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Inverness station.
Book your Chester to Inverness train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Inverness is 484.2 km. The road distance is 672 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Inverness via Warrington Bank Quay and Haymarket in around 8h 54m.