The average train between Chester and Harlow takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Harlow. 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 3 hours between Chester and Harlow. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:32 PM which arrives into Harlow at 8:19 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 52m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


3h 5m • 2 changes


2h 51m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 57m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Chester to Harlow? 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 Harlow. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Harlow station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Chester to Harlow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Harlow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Chester to Harlow train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Stansted Express.
The distance between Chester and Harlow is 257 km. The road distance is 323 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.