The average train between Maghull and Chester takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Maghull 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 twice daily between Maghull and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maghull is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Maghull to Chester. However, there are services departing from Maghull station and arriving at Chester station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Maghull to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Maghull station.
Maghull to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Maghull to Chester train tickets online with Merseyrail.
The distance between Maghull and Chester is 36.4 km. The road distance is 40 km.
You can take a train from Maghull to Chester via Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 1h 17m.