The average train between Northampton and Chester takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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 Northampton and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Chester at 11:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Chester. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Chester station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Northampton to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Northampton to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Northampton to Chester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Northampton and Chester is 171 km. The road distance is 185 km.
West Midlands Trains operates a train from Rugby to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.