The average train between Chichester and Chester takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Chichester to Chester. 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 3 hours between Chichester and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chichester is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Horsham and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chichester to Chester? 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 Chichester to Chester. However, there are services departing from Chichester station and arriving at Chester station via Horsham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Chichester to Chester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Chichester station.
Chichester to Chester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Chichester to Chester train tickets online with Southern, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Chichester and Chester is 299 km. The road distance is 402 km.
You can take a train from Chichester to Chester via Horsham, London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 5h 7m.