The average train between Chester and Worcester takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Worcester. 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 Worcester. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Worcester at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Worcester? 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 Worcester. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Worcester station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Chester to Worcester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Worcester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Worcester Foregate Street station.
Book your Chester to Worcester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Chester and Worcester is 120.2 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Worcester Foregate Street via Stafford and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 51m.