The average train between Chester and France takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. There is a train service every few hours 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 every 2 hours between Chester and France. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:29 PM which arrives into France at 9:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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 5h 58m.
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 37m.