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Chester to London Paddington train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Chester to London Paddington, starting from AU$ 55.53 and averaging AU$ 82.35. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 31m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
13:27 Chester	18:13 London Paddington	4h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:32 Chester	16:03 London Paddington	2h 31m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:56 Chester	16:39 London Paddington	2h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
14:32 Chester	17:05 London Paddington	2h 33m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:56 Chester	17:37 London Paddington	2h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
15:28 Chester	20:16 Paris	4h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Chester to London Paddington train route details

First train

04:16

Last train

21:34

Departure station

Chester

Arrival station

London Paddington

Journey time

2h 31m

Distance

262 km

Price

AU$ 55.53*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to London Paddington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between Chester and London Paddington on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Chester to London Paddington. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Chester to London Paddington, 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%

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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Chester to London Paddington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chester to London Paddington train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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