The average train between Hatfield and Chester takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Hatfield 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 2 hours between Hatfield and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hatfield is at 7:26 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:08 PM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hatfield to Chester. However, there are services departing from Hatfield station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Hatfield to Chester train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from London Euston station.
Hatfield to Chester train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Hatfield to Chester train tickets online with Great Northern and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hatfield and Chester is 240.4 km. The road distance is 316 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Chester every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 4m.