The average train between Chester and Glasgow takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Glasgow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chester and Glasgow. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Glasgow at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Glasgow station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Chester to Glasgow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Glasgow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Chester to Glasgow train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Glasgow is 310.2 km. The road distance is 378 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 46m.