The average train between Fife and Chester takes 6h and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Fife 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 Fife and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Fife is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Fife 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 Fife to Chester. However, there are services departing from Fife station and arriving at Chester station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Fife to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Cupar station.
Fife to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Fife to Chester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Fife and Chester is 349.5 km. The road distance is 444 km.
You can take a train from Cupar to Chester via Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 31m.