The average train between Devon and Chester takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Devon 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 Devon and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Devon is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Devon 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 Devon to Chester. However, there are services departing from Devon station and arriving at Chester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.
Devon to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Devon to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Devon to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Devon and Chester is 277.7 km. The road distance is 399 km.
You can take a train from Yeoford to Chester via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 5h 25m.