The average train between Chester and Middlesbrough takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Middlesbrough. 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 Middlesbrough. 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 Middlesbrough at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Chester to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Middlesbrough station.
Book your Chester to Middlesbrough train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Chester and Middlesbrough is 188.5 km. The road distance is 253 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Middlesbrough via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 58m.