How to get from Preston to Chester by train?

From Preston to Chester by train

To get from Preston to Chester in North West, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Preston station to Crewe station. Next, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Crewe station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min.

99min
Walk to train station
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crewe
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Chester
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester
    Walk to
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Preston to Chester by train via AVANTI WEST COAST and NORTHERN

To get from Preston to Chester in North West, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Preston station to Warrington Bank Quay station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Warrington Bank Quay station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min.

72min
Walk to train station
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester
    Walk to
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Chester

The distance between Preston, North West and Chester, North West is approximately 72.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 99 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Chester by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Preston

Preston is located at Preston, North West and the nearest public transport station is Railway Station.

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Railway Station
  • Railway Station (Stand C)
  • Railway Station (Stand B)

Public transport stations close to Chester, North West

Chester is located at Chester, North West and the nearest public transport station is Delamere Street (Stop 2).

Bus stations close to Chester:

  • Delamere Street (Stop 2)
  • Hoole Way (Stop R)
  • Hoole Way (Stop Q)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Preston to Chester by train via AVANTI WEST COAST and NORTHERN

To get from Preston to Chester in North West, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Preston station to Warrington Bank Quay station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Warrington Bank Quay station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min.

72min
Walk to train station
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Chester
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chester
    Walk to
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Chester?

    The fastest way takes 99 minutes, using Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Preston to Chester?

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Preston and Chester in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Preston to Chester in North West?

    The AVANTI WEST COAST train line goes from Preston station near Preston to London Euston station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till London Euston station near Chester in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to Chester in North West by train?

    The total travel time between Preston and Chester in North West by train is about 1 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Preston to get to Chester in North West?

    Get on the AVANTI WEST COAST train from the Preston station near Preston in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Preston and Chester in North West?

    Get off the train at the London Euston station, which is closest to Chester in North West.

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