The average train between Chester and Hull takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Hull. 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 Hull. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Hull at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Hull. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Hull station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Chester to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hull station.
Book your Chester to Hull train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Chester and Hull is 180.1 km. The road distance is 224 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Hull via Leeds in around 3h 35m.