The average train between Dorking and Chester takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Dorking 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 Dorking and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dorking is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Vauxhall and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dorking 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 Dorking to Chester. However, there are services departing from Dorking station and arriving at Chester station via Vauxhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Dorking to Chester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorking station.
Dorking to Chester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Dorking to Chester train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Dorking and Chester is 278.9 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from Dorking to Chester via Vauxhall, Vauxhall station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 3m.