The average train between Chester and Coventry takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Coventry. 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 Coventry. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Coventry at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Coventry station via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Chester to Coventry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Coventry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Coventry station.
Book your Chester to Coventry train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Chester and Coventry is 127.3 km. The road distance is 148 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Coventry hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Two other operators also service this route.