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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Chester and Dunblane. The average train journey from Chester to Dunblane takes 4 hours and 30 minutes, but some Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train trips are as short as 4 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 211 mi (340 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 16m |
| Lowest price | £104.54 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva Trains Wales + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Chester to Dunblane?
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Chester to Dunblane. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales + Connections | 5 | 4h 31m | £104.54 |
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Chester to Dunblane start from £105, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Dunblane. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Chester leaves from Chester Train Station . And in Dunblane trains arrive at Station Road .
From Chester to Dunblane train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 4 hours and 31 minutes. If you are looking to get to Dunblane faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Chester and Dunblane is approximately 211 miles, or 340 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 16 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Chester to Dunblane. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Chester at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main departure station: Chester Train Station
There is one train station in Chester.
All train stations in Chester:
Chester Train Station
Where is the train station in Dunblane?
Main arrival station: Station Road
Dunblane has one train station.
Train stations in Dunblane:
Station Road
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