The average train between Chester and Corby takes 4h and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Corby. 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 Corby. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Corby at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Corby? 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 Corby. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Corby station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Chester to Corby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Corby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Chester to Corby train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Corby is 166.8 km. The road distance is 216 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Corby via Crewe, Nuneaton, Leicester, and Kettering in around 3h 55m.