The average train between Chester and Belper takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Belper. 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 Chester and Belper. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Belper at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Belper? 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 Chester to Belper. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Belper station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Chester to Belper train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Belper train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Chester to Belper train tickets online with Transport for Wales and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Chester and Belper is 96 km. The road distance is 127 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Crewe to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 1h 14m.