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Southend Central to Chester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southend Central to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 21.610, with average prices for this route around KWD 22.470. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:24 Southend Central	08:41 Chester	4h 17m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:22 Southend Central	09:42 Chester	4h 20m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:25 Southend Central	09:42 Chester	4h 17m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:06 Southend Central	10:06 Chester	4h 0m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:35 Southend Central	10:42 Chester	4h 7m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:11 Southend Central	11:05 Paris	3h 54m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southend Central to Chester Train Route Details

First train

04:24

Last train

19:56

Departure station

Southend Central

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

3h 54m

Distance

306 km

Price

KWD 21.610*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, c2c, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend Central to Chester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend Central 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 Southend Central 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 Southend Central 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 Southend Central 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 Southend Central to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend Central to Chester Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Southend Central to Chester from KWD 21.610

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Southend Central to Chester Train prices and times

Southend Central to Chester Train Route Details