The average train between Chester and Harwich takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Harwich. 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 Harwich. 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 Harwich at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Harwich? 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 Harwich. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Harwich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Chester to Harwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Harwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Chester to Harwich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chester and Harwich is 314.5 km. The road distance is 404 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Harwich Town via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, London Liverpool Street, and Manningtree in around 4h 28m.