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The average train between Derby and Chester takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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 Derby and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Chester at 11:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Chester. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Crewe station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.
Derby to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
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The distance between Derby and Chester is 99.2 km. The road distance is 117 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Derby to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 1h 20m.
