The average train between Johnstone and Chester takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Johnstone to Chester. 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 Johnstone and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Johnstone is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Johnstone to Chester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Chester. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central station and arriving at Warrington Bank Quay station via Warrington Bank Quay station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Johnstone to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Johnstone to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
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The distance between Johnstone and Chester is 311.5 km. The road distance is 394 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 48m.