The average train between Chester and Witham takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Witham. 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 Witham. 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 Witham at 8:47 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Witham? 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 Witham. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Witham station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Chester to Witham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Witham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Witham (Essex) station.
Book your Chester to Witham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chester and Witham is 284.7 km. The road distance is 353 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Witham (Essex) via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 12m.