The average train between Par and Chester takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h. There is a train service every few hours from Par 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 Par and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Par is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Par 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 Par to Chester. However, there are services departing from Par station and arriving at Chester station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Par to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Par to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Par to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Par and Chester is 339.6 km. The road distance is 520 km.
You can take a train from Par to Chester via Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 7h 2m.