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The average train between Whitehaven and Chester takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Whitehaven 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.

4h 13m
Duration
173 mi
Distance
£67
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Carlisle

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  1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain train Whitehaven - Carlisle
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h
£58–100

Whitehaven to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Whitehaven and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitehaven is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited11h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Whitehaven 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.

Map of how to get from Whitehaven to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Whitehaven, Cumbria, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h.

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