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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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17

train journeys
per day

191

miles (307 kms)

3hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 01:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 191 miles (307 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 27 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:02
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:38
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    10:18
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:52
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:52
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    20:24
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:52
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:52
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    22:21
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:52
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:41
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:28
    10 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:30
    10 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    09:38
    Chester
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Chester to Edinburgh Waverley

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

First class tickets on trains between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Edinburgh Waverley. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chester and Edinburgh Waverley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.