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Outbound fromWatford to Chester by train
It takes an average of 3h 40m to travel from Watford to Chester by train, over a distance of around 149 miles (240 km). There are normally 81 trains per day travelling from Watford to Chester and tickets for this journey start from £45.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:58 | |
| Departure station | Watford | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 13m | |
| Distance | 149 miles (240 km) | |
| Frequency | 81 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £45.50 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Southern |
Taking the train from Watford to Chester in 2 hours 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Watford to Chester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 40 minutes to travel the 149 miles (240 km) from Watford to Chester by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 81 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 Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway 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 Watford to Chester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £45.50. 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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