The average train between Chester and Harpenden takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Harpenden. 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 Harpenden. 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 Harpenden at 8:17 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Harpenden station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Chester to Harpenden train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Harpenden train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Chester to Harpenden train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Thameslink.
The distance between Chester and Harpenden is 229.7 km. The road distance is 327 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.