The average train between Chester and Perth takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Perth. 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 Perth. 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 Perth at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chester to Perth? 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 Perth. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Perth station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Chester to Perth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Perth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Chester to Perth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Perth is 358 km. The road distance is 479 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Perth via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 26m.