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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Chester Station takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Chester Station. 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 56m
Duration
235 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Chester Station train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Chester Station. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Chester Station at 10:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Chester Station? 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 Edinburgh to Chester Station.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 234.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Chester Station, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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