The average train between Chester and Motherwell takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Motherwell. 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 3 hours between Chester and Motherwell. 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 Motherwell at 11:00 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Motherwell station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Chester to Motherwell train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Motherwell train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Chester to Motherwell train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Motherwell is 297.6 km. The road distance is 359 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Warrington Bank Quay to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 32m.