The average train between Chester and Penistone takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Penistone. 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 Penistone. 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 Penistone at 6:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Penistone? 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 Penistone. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Penistone station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Chester to Penistone train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Penistone train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Penistone station.
Book your Chester to Penistone train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Chester and Penistone is 91.6 km. The road distance is 125 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Penistone via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield in around 2h 46m.