The average train between Braintree and Chester takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Braintree 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Braintree and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Braintree is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:06 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Braintree 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.
No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Chester. However, there are services departing from Braintree station and arriving at Chester station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Braintree to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.
Braintree to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Braintree to Chester train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Braintree and Chester is 274.9 km. The road distance is 363 km.
You can take a train from Braintree to Chester via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 20m.