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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Scotland takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Scotland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 50m
Duration
235 mi
Distance
£92
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Scotland train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Scotland. 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 Scotland at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 31m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 39m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast3h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Scotland? 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Scotland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 235.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 46m.

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