The average train between Cornwall and Chester takes 8h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall 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 4 hours between Cornwall and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Chester at 2:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 8h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall 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 Cornwall to Chester. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at Chester station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.
Cornwall to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Cornwall to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Cornwall and Chester is 333.8 km. The road distance is 527 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Chester via Par, Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 7h 28m.