The average train between Ilford and Chester takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilford 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 Ilford and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 7:28 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:08 PM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Street Station and take an average of 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Ilford to Chester train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Euston station.
Ilford to Chester train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Chester station.
Book your Ilford to Chester train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ilford and Chester is 270.9 km. The road distance is 303 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.