The average train between Watford Junction and Chester takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Central and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction to Chester. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Chester station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Watford Junction to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford Junction to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Watford Junction to Chester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Watford Junction and Chester is 239.7 km. The road distance is 259 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Chester via Milton Keynes Central and Crewe in around 2h 28m.