The average train between Chester and Colne takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Colne. 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 Colne. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Colne at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Colne? 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 Colne. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Colne station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Chester to Colne train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Colne train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Colne station.
Book your Chester to Colne train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Colne is 88.2 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Colne via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston in around 3h 6m.