The average train between Chester and Lanark takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Lanark. 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 Lanark. The earliest departure is at 9:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:52 PM which arrives into Lanark at 11:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Lanark? 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 Lanark. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Lanark station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Chester to Lanark train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Lanark train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Chester to Lanark train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Lanark is 282 km. The road distance is 384 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Warrington Bank Quay to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 32m.