The average train between Colne and Chester takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Colne 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 hourly between Colne and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colne is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Chester at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Colne 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 Colne to Chester. However, there are services departing from Colne station and arriving at Chester station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Colne to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Colne station.
Colne to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Colne to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Colne and Chester is 88.2 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Colne to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 45m.