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The average train between Northampton and Chester takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. 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.

2h 31m
Duration
115 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Northampton to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Northampton and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 32m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 26m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 32m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 32m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales1h 48m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 56m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 14m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales1h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 27m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 27m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 27m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 27m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northampton 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.

Map of how to get from Northampton to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 114.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and Chester, England?

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Rugby to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £22–60 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.

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