The average train between Chester and Watford takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Watford. 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 Watford. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:31 PM which arrives into Watford at 8:12 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Watford. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Watford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Chester to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Chester to Watford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Chester and Watford is 240.4 km. The road distance is 314 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Chester to London Euston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 4m.