The average train between Chester and France takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to France. 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 twice daily between Chester and France. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:29 PM which arrives into France at 10:03 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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12h 12m • 2 changes
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14h 34m • 2 changes


6h 36m • 2 changes


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6h 31m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Chester to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at France station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Chester to France train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to France train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Chester and France is 808.1 km. The road distance is 741 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Cité via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 5h 18m.