The average train between Mansfield and Chester takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Mansfield 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 Mansfield and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mansfield is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mansfield 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 Mansfield to Chester. However, there are services departing from Mansfield station and arriving at Chester station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Mansfield to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Mansfield station.
Mansfield to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Mansfield to Chester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Mansfield and Chester is 113 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Mansfield to Chester via Nottingham and Crewe in around 4h.