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Outbound fromGlasgow to Chester by train
It takes an average of 4h 10m to travel from Glasgow to Chester by train, over a distance of around 192 miles (310 km). There are normally 45 trains per day travelling from Glasgow to Chester and tickets for this journey start from £19.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:08 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 13m | |
| Distance | 192 miles (310 km) | |
| Frequency | 45 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £19.60 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Glasgow to Chester in 3 hours 13 minutes
If you want to travel from Glasgow to Chester by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Glasgow to Chester by train to take around 4 hours 10 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 45 trains per day running on this route, which spans 192 miles (310 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Chester. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Glasgow to Chester start from £19.60 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Chester
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow to Chester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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