The average train between Newquay and Chester takes 8h 31m and the fastest train takes 7h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Newquay 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 Newquay and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newquay is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 8h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Newquay 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 Newquay to Chester. However, there are services departing from Newquay station and arriving at Chester station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.
Newquay to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Newquay to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Newquay to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Newquay and Chester is 343 km. The road distance is 553 km.
You can take a train from Newquay to Chester via Par, Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 8h 3m.