The average train between Chester and Gosforth takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Gosforth. 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 Gosforth. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Gosforth at 11:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chester to Gosforth? 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 Gosforth. However, there are services departing from Newton-le-Willows station and arriving at Newcastle station via Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Chester to Gosforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.
Chester to Gosforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Chester and Gosforth is 217.7 km. The road distance is 273 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 42m.