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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Chester

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

$33

Average

$67

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

07:38AM3h23

Glasgow

11:01AMChester

$331One-way

0 transfers

07:00AM3h44

Glasgow

10:44AMChester

$371One-way

0 transfers

06:45AM4h55

Glasgow

11:40AMChester

$561One-way

0 transfers

10:36AM3h25

Glasgow

02:01PMChester

$801One-way

0 transfers

08:06AM4h44

Glasgow

12:50PMChester

$1291One-way

0 transfers

Glasgow to Chester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Transpennine Express	08:06AM Glasgow	4h44	12:50PM Chester	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast	07:00AM Glasgow	3h44	10:44AM Chester	0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express	06:45AM Glasgow	4h55	11:40AM Chester	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast	07:38AM Glasgow	3h23	11:01AM Chester	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast	10:36AM Glasgow	3h25	02:01PM Chester	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Glasgow to Chester

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

3 h 23 m

Average

4 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

310 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Chester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:38AM3h23

Glasgow

11:01AMChester

$331One-way

0 transfers

10:36AM3h25

Glasgow

02:01PMChester

$801One-way

0 transfers

07:00AM3h44

Glasgow

10:44AMChester

$371One-way

0 transfers

08:06AM4h44

Glasgow

12:50PMChester

$1291One-way

0 transfers

06:45AM4h55

Glasgow

11:40AMChester

$561One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Chester

Trains from Glasgow to Chester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€16) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

192 miles (310 km)

Average train duration

3h 38m

Cheapest ticket price

$17 (€16)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 13m

First train

02:56

Last train

20:36

Price information

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express from Glasgow to Chester trains

You can travel by train from Glasgow to Chester with Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express for as low as $20 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Glasgow to Chester with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $20
Virgin Trains frequency: 16 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Chester train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: $69

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Chester

FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow to Chester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Chester.

Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Chester can start from as little as $17 (€16) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Chester is $83 (€76); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Glasgow to Chester train time is 3 h 13 min covering the 192 mile (310 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Glasgow to Chester leaves at 4: 28 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Glasgow to Chester leaves at 8: 36 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Glasgow to Chester which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Glasgow to Chester train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Glasgow to Chester to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 36 PM.

A trip to Chester from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Glasgow to Chester is February.

You have options as you can travel between Glasgow and Chester 3 different ways: train, flight or bus.