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The average train between Lanark and Chester takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Lanark 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.

4h 31m
Duration
239 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Lanark to Chester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Lanark and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanark is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Chester at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Motherwell and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited9h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 2m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 2m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 2m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 2m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 37m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 35m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lanark 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.

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  • Distance: 238.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Lanark, Scotland and Chester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Warrington Bank Quay every 2 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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