The average train between Chester and Irvine takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Irvine. 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 hourly between Chester and Irvine. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Irvine at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Irvine? 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 Irvine. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Irvine station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Chester to Irvine train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Irvine train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Irvine station.
Book your Chester to Irvine train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Irvine is 293.2 km. The road distance is 426 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Irvine via Warrington Bank Quay and Glasgow Central in around 4h 39m.