Guildford to Chester by train

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Overview: trains from Guildford to Chester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Guildford to Chester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 03:49 View journey
Last train 23:14 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 269
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey US$183.50 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 18m
Train operators 10

Guildford to Chester train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Guildford to Chester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Guildford to Chester take around 3 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 269 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Guildford is scheduled to depart at around  03:49. The last departure is usually at around 23:14 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Guildford at around 04:25, with the last train leaving at around 20:36. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 31 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$183.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Chester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Chester.

Is there a direct train from Guildford to Chester?

The journey between Guildford and Chester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Guildford to Chester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Guildford to Chester?

The Guildford to Chester train travel takes about 3 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Guildford to Chester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chester leaving Guildford at around 03:49 and the last train leaving at around 23:14 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Guildford at around 04:25, with the final departure at 20:36.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.