Chester to London Euston Trains From £22.50*

The train from Chester to London Euston takes just over two hours when you travel with Avanti West Coast. Your journey will take you from the edge of England in the west, all the way east through Cheshire, the Midlands, Bedfordshire, Staffordshire, to Greater London.

Avanti West Coast primarily operates on the West Coast Mainline, connecting major cities in England, Scotland, and Wales, including Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff, and Liverpool.

Departing from Chester

Chester Train Station can be found east of the city centre, near the city’s world-famous cathedral and Grosvenor Shopping Centre. Local buses and taxis can meet outside the station’s main entrance and take you into the city centre, or, if you prefer, you could walk it.

Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern, and Merseyrail all operate services through Chester, providing connections to destinations such as Liverpool, Manchester, Cardiff, and London.

Main stops

There are only two stops from Chester to London Euston when travelling with Avanti West Coast. These are at Crewe and Stafford. This may change due to scheduling adjustments, planned construction work, or adverse weather conditions. Therefore, it’s advisable to check before travelling to avoid disappointment.

If you want to buy cheap train tickets, it’s best to use TrainPal to find the cheapest fares. Adding a Railcard will also grant you an extra discount.

Arriving at London Euston

London Euston Station acts as the southern terminus of the West Coast Mainline and is, in fact, Britain’s busiest inter-city passenger terminal and the tenth busiest train station in the UK.

It offers a platter of public transportation options that can help you go sightseeing, get to your final destination, or get home after a long day out. For instance, the station has its own London Underground station that serves the Northern and Victoria lines, while its sister station nearby Euston Square runs on the Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines. If that isn’t convenient enough, then London Euston even has a bus station near its main exit alongside a taxi rank.

But you might not want to zoom off just yet. There’s plenty to do near Euston Station, Regent’s Park, Camden Town, and the British Museum in Bloomsbury, all of which are accessible on foot.

West Midlands Trains, London North Western Railway, the London Overground, Caledonian Sleeper, and Avanti West Coast all operate through London Euston, offering connections to destinations such as Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.

Avanti West Coast train classes

• Standard Class: Benefit from free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, plug sockets at some tables and window seats, and the option to purchase food and beverages from the shop.
• Standard Premium Class: This class offers guaranteed tables, plug sockets at every window seat, as well as more spacious seats for added comfort.
• First Class: A Chester to London Euston First-Class ticket with Avanti West Coast gives you access to more legroom, reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, complimentary food and drink, and First-Class lounge access.

Avanti West Coast train travel advice

• Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag. Luggage shouldn’t exceed 30 x 70 x 90 centimetres. Storage is available in the racks and above your seat.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel at no cost. Dogs are required to be on a lead, while other animals must be transported in carriers. Each passenger is allowed a maximum of two pets.
• Bicycles: Bike reservations are free and mandatory, with limited spaces for standard bikes, folding bikes, tandems, and e-bikes. Unbooked bikes, motorcycles, tricycles, and e-scooters are not allowed.
• Children: Kids younger than 5 travel for free, and those aged 5 to 15 enjoy a 50% ticket discount. The Family & Friends Railcard offers a discount of up to 33% on family tickets. By booking in advance through TrainPal, families can ensure they sit together.
• Passenger assist: Assist with boarding and alighting trains, book wheelchair space and seating, offer comprehensive rail information, and help with animals or pets.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.