The average train between Kent and Chester takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kent is at 6:44 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:08 PM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Chester. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Chester station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Kent to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Kent to Chester train tickets online with Southeastern and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Kent and Chester is 326.9 km. The road distance is 393 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Chester via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 4h 25m.