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London Waterloo to Chester Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo to Chester, starting from 110.68 BYN and averaging 157.81 BYN. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 39 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
19:20 London Waterloo | 22:08 Chester |  | Find Tickets |
19:53 London Waterloo | 22:42 Chester |  | Find Tickets |
20:30 London Waterloo | 23:51 Chester | | Find Tickets |
21:20 London Waterloo | 00:46 +1Chester | | Find Tickets |
22:30 London Waterloo | 06:45 +1Chester |  | Find Tickets |
22:50 London Waterloo | 07:43 +1Paris | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo to Chester Train Route Details
First train
05:49
Last train
23:59
Journey time
2 hours 39 minutes
Distance
266 km
Price
110.68 BYN*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Chester
Season Tickets for frequent travel
For frequent travelers between London Waterloo and Chester, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo to Chester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Chester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo to Chester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Chester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from London Waterloo to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Waterloo to Chester train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Waterloo to Chester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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