The average train between Chester and Croydon takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Croydon. 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 every 2 hours between Chester and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:31 PM which arrives into Croydon at 8:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Croydon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Chester to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Chester to Croydon train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Thameslink.
The distance between Chester and Croydon is 276.4 km. The road distance is 309 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Chester to London Euston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 4m.