Train Rugby to Chester from £41 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Chester takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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.

1h 55m
Duration: 96 mi
Distance: £41
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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1h 54m

£34–78

Rugby to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Rugby and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

5:43 AM → 7:19 AM
1h 36m • 1 change
6:39 AM → 8:39 AM
2h • 1 change
7:39 AM → 9:40 AM
2h • 1 change
8:42 AM → 10:40 AM
1h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

5:43 AM → 7:19 AM
1h 36m • 1 change
6:39 AM → 8:39 AM
2h • 1 change
7:39 AM → 9:40 AM
2h • 1 change
8:42 AM → 10:40 AM
1h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, May 1, 2026

5:43 AM → 7:19 AM
1h 36m • 1 change
6:39 AM → 8:39 AM
2h • 1 change
7:39 AM → 9:40 AM
2h • 1 change
8:42 AM → 10:40 AM
1h 57m • 1 change
Show more

Frequently asked questions

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