The average train between Worcester and Chester takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Worcester 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 Worcester and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Worcester is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Worcester 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 Worcester to Chester. However, there are services departing from Worcester station and arriving at Chester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Worcester to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Worcester Foregate Street station.
Worcester to Chester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Worcester to Chester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Worcester and Chester is 120.2 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Worcester Foregate Street to Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 2h 36m.