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London Marylebone to Chester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Marylebone to Chester, starting from £27.00 and averaging £38.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 45m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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13:02
4h 3m, Changes required
London Marylebone
17:05
Chester
Chiltern RailwaysWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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13:52
2h 50m, Changes required
London Marylebone
16:42
Chester
Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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14:02
4h 3m, Changes required
London Marylebone
18:05
Chester
Chiltern RailwaysWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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14:19
2h 46m, Direct
London Marylebone
17:05
Chester
Avanti West Coast
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14:52
2h 50m, Changes required
London Marylebone
17:42
Chester
Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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15:02
4h 3m, Changes required
London Marylebone
19:05
Paris
Chiltern RailwaysWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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London Marylebone to Chester Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:05
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
London Marylebone
Arrival station
Arrival station
Chester
Journey time
Journey time
2h 45m
Distance
Distance
263 km
Price
Price
£27.00*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from London Marylebone to Chester

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Marylebone and Chester, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Marylebone to Chester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Marylebone to Chester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Marylebone to Chester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Marylebone to Chester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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