The average train between Chester and Harrogate takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Harrogate. 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 Harrogate. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Harrogate at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Harrogate? 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 Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Harrogate station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Chester to Harrogate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Harrogate train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Harrogate station.
Book your Chester to Harrogate train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Harrogate is 126.1 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Harrogate via Newton-le-Willows and Leeds in around 2h 57m.