The average train between Tonbridge and Chester takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tonbridge is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:08 PM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge to Chester. However, there are services departing from Tonbridge station and arriving at Chester station via London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Tonbridge to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tonbridge station.
Tonbridge to Chester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Tonbridge to Chester train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Tonbridge and Chester is 309.4 km. The road distance is 336 km.
You can take a train from Tonbridge to Chester via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 56m.