4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Chester
Cheapest price
$142
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Chester will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Chester without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+
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W4369512:28 PM6h57Brighton station (BTN)7:25 PMChester station (CTR)$1421One-way3 transfers- W45766+Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+S93896+G389981:28 PM7h22Brighton station (BTN)8:50 PMChester station (CTR)$1421One-way4 transfers
- W45760+
W33332+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+G3893212:28 PM4h18Brighton station (BTN)4:46 PMChester station (CTR)$1471One-way3 transfers - W45771+W33067+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston12:58 PM4h11Brighton station (BTN)5:09 PMChester station (CTR)$1521One-way2 transfers
- W45766+W33160+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+G388581:28 PM4h22Brighton station (BTN)5:50 PMChester station (CTR)$1521One-way3 transfers
- W45771+W33067+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston12:58 PM4h11Brighton station (BTN)5:09 PMChester station (CTR)$1521One-way2 transfers
- W45760+W33332+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+G3893212:28 PM4h18Brighton station (BTN)4:46 PMChester station (CTR)$1471One-way3 transfers
- W45766+W33160+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+G388581:28 PM4h22Brighton station (BTN)5:50 PMChester station (CTR)$1521One-way3 transfers
- W45760+Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+S93897+W4369512:28 PM6h57Brighton station (BTN)7:25 PMChester station (CTR)$1421One-way3 transfers
- W45766+Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+S93896+G389981:28 PM7h22Brighton station (BTN)8:50 PMChester station (CTR)$1421One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Brighton to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$121 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Chester:
A bus is $72 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Chester costing on average $121 (€99).
A bus is $119 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Chester costing on average $168 (€138).
Other travel options to Chester take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 24m.
Bus takes on average 9h 50m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (4h 24m by train vs 4h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $121 (€99) compared to roughly $103 (€85) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Chester
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Trains from Brighton to Chester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 3:39 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Thameslink from Brighton to Chester trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Chester from $31 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Chester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Chester
Most Brighton to Chester trains use the Brighton to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Chester leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Chester station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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