The average train between Leeds and Chester takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Chester at 1:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Chester. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Chester station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.
Leeds to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Leeds to Chester train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Chester is 111.6 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Chester via Newton-le-Willows in around 2h 8m.