What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Chester is to train which costs £30 - £120 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Chester is to train via Warrington Bank Quay which takes 3h 41m and costs £26 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Chester. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Chester via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Chester?

The distance between Glasgow and Chester is 236 miles. The road distance is 234.5 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Chester without a car is to train via Warrington Bank Quay which takes 3h 41m and costs £26 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Chester?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Glasgow to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Chester train from?

Glasgow to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or fly from Glasgow to Chester?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Chester is to train via Warrington Bank Quay which takes 3h 41m and costs £26 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £150 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Glasgow to Chester train arrive?

Glasgow to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Chester is 235 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Glasgow to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Chester?

Book your Glasgow to Chester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 963+ hotels available in Chester.

Glasgow to Chester - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Glasgow to Chester by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Warrington Bank Quay
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 41m
£26–134
Drive 233.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Chester233.2 mi
3h 57m
£57–82
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
5h 30m
£65–142
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime StreetGlasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 36m
£34–115
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 53m
£63–147
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
4h 42m
£42–157
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
5h 23m
£52–172

Glasgow to Chester by train

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3h 41mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.1 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay hourly. Tickets cost £24–130 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL) twice daily.

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