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London Charing Cross to Chester train prices and times
Planning a journey from London Charing Cross to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 56.70, with average prices for this route around AU$ 80.85. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:51 London Charing Cross | 08:41 Chester |   | Find Tickets |
07:00 London Charing Cross | 09:42 Chester | | Find Tickets |
07:26 London Charing Cross | 10:06 Chester | | Find Tickets |
08:00 London Charing Cross | 10:42 Chester | | Find Tickets |
08:28 London Charing Cross | 11:05 Chester | | Find Tickets |
09:00 London Charing Cross | 11:42 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Charing Cross to Chester train route details
First train
05:51
Last train
23:31
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
266 km
Price
AU$ 56.70*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Chester
Season Tickets for frequent travels
For frequent travellers between London Charing Cross and Chester, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England
To save on train travel in Southeast 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 travellers within this region.
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from London Charing Cross 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.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Charing Cross 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 for greater savings
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 Charing Cross 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%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Charing Cross to Chester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Charing Cross to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Charing Cross to Chester train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Charing Cross to Chester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.