The average train between Penzance and Chester takes 8h 24m and the fastest train takes 7h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance 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 Penzance and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 8h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Chester. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Chester station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.
Penzance to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Penzance to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Penzance and Chester is 387.2 km. The road distance is 592 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Chester via Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 7h 59m.