Trains from London Euston to Chester from US$22.36

Planning a trip from London Euston to the historic city of Chester in Wales? Avanti West Coast offers direct trains! But how long is the journey from Euston to Chester, and what can I expect along the way? Find out all the information you need about travelling from London to Chester by train in our handy guide below

Setting off from London Euston

London Euston railway station is centrally located on Euston Road. It has easy connections to London’s other transport services – including the Underground (Northern and Victoria lines) and local buses. On arrival at the station, you’ll find a vast array of shopping, food, and drink options, including

• WHSmith
• Starbucks
• Sainsbury’s Local
• The Pasty Shop
• Oliver Bonas
• Burger King
• Upper Crust
• Pret

Travelling in First Class with Avanti West Coast? Why not make use of their First Class Lounge before you board the train? It’s located on the mezzanine level above the main station concourse, You’ll find comfortable seating, complimentary soft drinks and snacks, free Wi-Fi, and charging points for laptops and mobile devices. The First Class lounge is open 06:45 – 21:00 on weekdays, 06:45 – 20:00 on Saturdays, and 08:00 – 20:00 on Sundays.

What to expect on your journey to Chester

The route from London Euston to Chester is primarily served by Avanti West Coast, offering frequent and direct services. You can check out the London to Chester train timetable online. This journey covers approximately 165 miles and takes around 2 hours. Between London and Chester, the train stops typically include Stafford and Crewe.

If you choose to take a direct service with Avanti West Coast, you’ll get free Wi-Fi for your entire journey, so you can watch your favourite film or catch up on some news to pass the time. Whichever class you’re travelling in, you can also order a range of food, snacks, and refreshments directly from your seat.

Looking to treat yourself to an upgrade? Subject to availability, you can upgrade your standard ticket with Avanti West Coast to Standard Premium for extra space and added comfort. You’ll get bigger seats with extra leg room, a guaranteed table, and plug sockets at every window seat. Passengers travelling First Class get an even bigger seat with extra legroom, a guaranteed table, and a dedicated member of staff to take care of them and serve them a range of complimentary food and drinks during their journey.

Another option when travelling to London Euston from Chester is to take an indirect train and change at Crewe. These services are run by West Midlands Railway and Transport for Wales. For the first part of the journey, you take a West Midlands Railway train of around 1h 30m from London Euston to Crewe. This is followed by a shorter Transport for Wales train from Crewe to Chester, which takes around 22 minutes.

It’s worth bearing in mind that there are no on-board catering facilities on either of these services, so you might want to grab a bite to eat at one of the eateries at London Euston before you get on the train or bring your own food for the journey.

It’s also worth noting that West Midlands Railway doesn't offer seat reservations on any of its train services, so it’s best to arrive on the platform in good time to try and ensure you can get a seat. Once on board the train, you can enjoy free Wi-Fi during your journey so you can stay connected and entertained on the move.

How much is a train from London Euston to Chester?

You can buy train tickets from London to Chester from as low as US$22.36 on Trip.com, with average prices for this route around US$33.82. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets. The cost of travelling from London to Chester by train is generally less if you travel in advance, travel during off-peak times, or make use of available discounts, such as a Railcard, if relevant to you.

Arriving at Chester

Arriving at Chester Station puts you right in the heart of this historic Welsh city. The train station itself is well-equipped with essential facilities such as a café and seating areas. It’s worth noting that there’s no ATM machine at the station, so make sure to get out any cash you need in advance.

Just a short walk from the train station, you can explore Chester’s famous city walls, the beautiful Grosvenor Park, and the Chester Zoo. The railway station is located outside the city centre, but there’s a Rail Link bus service that runs there from directly outside the station. First and Arriva both also operate a network of regular local bus routes to and from nearby towns and villages.

With local transport links readily available, visitors can also easily access attractions like Chester Cathedral and the shopping areas of Eastgate Street. For more ideas on what to do during your time in the Welsh city, take a look at our guide to Chester. Wanting to stay in Chester overnight? You can browse our Chester hotels list for a range of options to suit all budgets.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.