The average train between Cannock and Chester takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Cannock 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 Cannock and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cannock is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugeley Trent Valley and take an average of 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cannock 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 Cannock to Chester. However, there are services departing from Cannock station and arriving at Chester station via Rugeley Trent Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
Cannock to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Cannock station.
Cannock to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Cannock to Chester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cannock and Chester is 80.1 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Cannock to Chester via Rugeley Trent Valley and Crewe in around 2h 13m.