The average train between Burnley and Chester takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley 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 hourly between Burnley and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Chester at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley 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 Burnley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Chester station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Burnley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Burnley to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Burnley and Chester is 79.3 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 8m.