The average train between Chester and Whitehaven takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Whitehaven. 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 Whitehaven. The earliest departure is at 7:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Whitehaven at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Whitehaven? 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 Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Whitehaven station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Chester to Whitehaven train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Whitehaven train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Whitehaven station.
Book your Chester to Whitehaven train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Whitehaven is 157.7 km. The road distance is 279 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Whitehaven via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle in around 4h 15m.