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Trip Overview

The average train between Islington and Chester takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Islington 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.

2h 5m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Islington to Chester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Islington and Chester. The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Islington is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:09 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 2h 13m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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    train train 2h 5m • Direct
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    train train 2h 8m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 2h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 2h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 2h 13m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Islington 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.

Map of how to get from Islington to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 178 mi
  • Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Islington, England and Chester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Chester every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–95 and the journey takes 2h 4m.

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