The average train between Penistone and Chester takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Penistone 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 Penistone and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penistone is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Chester at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Huddersfield and take an average of 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penistone 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 Penistone to Chester. However, there are services departing from Penistone station and arriving at Chester station via Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Penistone to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Penistone station.
Penistone to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Penistone to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Penistone and Chester is 91.6 km. The road distance is 125 km.
You can take a train from Penistone to Chester via Huddersfield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 54m.