The average train between Bishop Auckland and Chester takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Bishop Auckland 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 Bishop Auckland and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bishop Auckland is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bishop Auckland 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 Bishop Auckland to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bishop Auckland station and arriving at Chester station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Bishop Auckland to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Darlington station.
Bishop Auckland to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.
Book your Bishop Auckland to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bishop Auckland and Chester is 181.3 km. The road distance is 268 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 35m.