The average train between Hull and Chester takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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 Hull and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hull to Chester. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Hull to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Hull to Chester train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Hull and Chester is 180.1 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Chester via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 35m.