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Trip Overview

The average train between Gateshead and Chester takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Gateshead 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.

3h 52m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£67
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Gateshead to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Gateshead and Chester. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Chester at 1:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 5m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 27m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 27m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 27m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 27m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 27m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 46m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gateshead 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.

Map of how to get from Gateshead to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 190.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Chester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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