The average train between Scarborough and Chester takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Scarborough 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 every 2 hours between Scarborough and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Chester. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Scarborough to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Scarborough to Chester train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Scarborough and Chester is 203.5 km. The road distance is 239 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Chester via Manchester Victoria in around 4h 3m.