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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Chester to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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30.27 AZN
الثلاثاء11نوفمبر
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20.63 AZN
الأربعاء12نوفمبر
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30.27 AZN
الخميس13نوفمبر
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30.27 AZN
الجمعة14نوفمبر
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21.08 AZN
السبت15نوفمبر
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17.38 AZN
الأحد16نوفمبر
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الاثنين17نوفمبر
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Chester to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Chester to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 17.38 AZN, with average prices for this route around 36.14 AZN. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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04:48
4 hours 53 minutes, Changes required
Chester
09:41
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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04:55
4 hours 46 minutes, Changes required
Chester
09:41
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesTransPennine Express
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06:24
3 hours 54 minutes, Changes required
Chester
10:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Avanti West Coast
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06:52
3 hours 26 minutes, Changes required
Chester
10:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast
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07:52
3 hours 45 minutes, Changes required
Chester
11:37
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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08:32
3 hours 48 minutes, Changes required
Chester
12:20
Paris
Avanti West Coast
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Chester to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:48
Last train
Last train
20:27
Departure station
Departure station
Chester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 26 minutes
Distance
Distance
308 km
Price
Price
17.38 AZN*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Chester to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Chester to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 Chester to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chester to Edinburgh train ticket types

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