The average train between Totnes and Chester takes 4h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Totnes 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 Totnes and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Totnes is at 6:53 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Totnes 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 Totnes to Chester. However, there are services departing from Totnes station and arriving at Chester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.
Totnes to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Totnes station.
Totnes to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Totnes to Chester train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Totnes and Chester is 311.5 km. The road distance is 429 km.
You can take a train from Totnes to Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 4h 55m.