The average train between Hertford and Chester takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Hertford 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 Hertford and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 6:36 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:08 PM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Hale and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hertford 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 Hertford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Hertford station and arriving at Chester station via Tottenham Hale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Hertford to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Hertford East station.
Hertford to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Hertford to Chester train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hertford and Chester is 245.6 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from Hertford East to Chester via Tottenham Hale, Tottenham Hale, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 52m.