The average train between Stirling and Chester takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Stirling 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 Stirling and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stirling is at 6:03 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stirling 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 Stirling to Chester. However, there are services departing from Stirling station and arriving at Chester station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Stirling to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.
Stirling to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Stirling to Chester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Stirling and Chester is 332.5 km. The road distance is 432 km.
You can take a train from Stirling to Chester via Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 18m.