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It takes an average of 4h 52m to travel from Darlington to Chester by train, over a distance of around 106 miles (171 km). There are normally 91 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Chester and tickets for this journey start from £19.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:27 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 10m | |
| Distance | 106 miles (171 km) | |
| Frequency | 91 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £19.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Darlington to Chester in 3 hours 10 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Darlington to Chester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 52 minutes to travel the 106 miles (171 km) from Darlington to Chester by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 91 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to Chester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Darlington to Chester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £19.80. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Chester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Darlington to Chester?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.