Perth to Chester by train

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Overview: trains from Perth to Chester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Perth 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 05:13 View journey
Last train 22:38 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 4hr 51m View journey
Distance (km) 357
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey US$160.50 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 49m
Train operators 12

Discover Perth to Chester by train

Planning a train adventure from Perth to Chester? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of train travel from Perth to Chester

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Perth to Chester:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$160.50

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Perth to Chester

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Perth to Chester:

  • 05:13 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 18:14 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:18 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:38 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 14 minutes from Perth toward Chester.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 32 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Perth to Chester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 4 hours and 51 minutes, spanning 357 kilometres in total.

How far in advance Perth and Chester tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Perth and Chester are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Perth to Chester

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Chester city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Perth to Chester

Want to know more about your journey from Perth to Chester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Perth and Chester covers 357 kilometres.

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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.