First train | 08:26 | |
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Last train | 02:24 | |
Departure station | Arlesey | |
Arrival station | Chester | |
Journey time | From 3h 36m | |
Distance | 136 miles (219 km) | |
Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Price | From £61.10 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Thinking about taking the train from Arlesey to Chester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 10 minutes to travel the 136 miles (219 km) from Arlesey to Chester by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to Chester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Arlesey to Chester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £61.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Chester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Arlesey and Chester is 6 hours and 10 minutes, with around 12 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Arlesey to Chester is 3 hours and 36 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Arlesey to Chester can start from as little as £61.10 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Arlesey to Chester. Travelling from Arlesey to Chester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Arlesey to Chester leaves at 08:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Arlesey to Chester leaves at 02:24. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Arlesey to Chester cover a distance of around 136 miles (219 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Chester to Arlesey.
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