How much does a train ticket cost from Chester to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Chester to London start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £90. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chester to London?

The average train journey time from Chester to London is 2h 4m, covering a distance of 164 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Chester to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chester to London?

The earliest train from Chester to London departs at 07:27. And the latest train departs at 17:35.

Train Chester to London from £26

Next train departures

Next departures from Chester to London on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:32	Chester	2h 3m	17:35	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Chester to London on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:32	Chester	2h 3m	17:35	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Chester to London on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:32	Chester	2h 3m	17:35	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Chester to London on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	No tags
Train	09:32	Chester	2h 3m	11:35	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Chester to London on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:32	Chester	2h 3m	18:35	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 3m	09:35	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 3m	09:35	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Chester to London on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:31	Chester	2h 5m	18:36	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	15:32	Chester	2h 4m	17:36	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	10:14	Chester	2h 23m	12:37	Euston Station	No tags
Train	10:14	Chester	2h 23m	12:37	Euston Station	No tags
Train	15:32	Chester	2h 4m	17:36	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Chester to London on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:32	Chester	2h 3m	17:35	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:32	Chester	2h 6m	09:38	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:32	Chester	2h 3m	10:35	Euston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 21:32 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Chester to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

165 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £58	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£27 - £245	Average duration2h 4m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £33	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £27

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chester to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Chester to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Chester to London start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £90. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chester to London?
The average train journey time from Chester to London is 2h 4m, covering a distance of 164 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Chester to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chester to London?
The earliest train from Chester to London departs at 07:27. And the latest train departs at 17:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

£87

25/01

No data

Today

£87

27/01

£51

28/01

£51

29/01

£52

30/01

£41

31/01

£38

The cheapest trip from Chester to London was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chester to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £38 to £285 for a train ticket from Chester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2026-01-31.