The average train between Kirkby and Chester takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Kirkby 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 3 times a day between Kirkby and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkby is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Chester at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kirkby to Chester. However, there are services departing from Kirkby station and arriving at Chester station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Kirkby to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Kirkby station.
Kirkby to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Kirkby to Chester train tickets online with Merseyrail.
The distance between Kirkby and Chester is 32.3 km. The road distance is 39 km.
You can take a train from Kirkby to Chester via Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 1h 21m.