The average train between Dunbar and Chester takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Dunbar to Chester. 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 Dunbar and Chester. The earliest departure is at 8:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunbar is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dunbar to Chester? 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 Dunbar to Chester. However, there are services departing from Dunbar station and arriving at Chester station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Dunbar to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunbar station.
Dunbar to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Dunbar to Chester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Dunbar and Chester is 313.6 km. The road distance is 424 km.
You can take a train from Dunbar to Chester via Edinburgh Waverley and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 5m.