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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Raleigh takes 8h 32m and the fastest train takes 8h 12m. There is at least one train per day from Chester to Raleigh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 32m
Duration
423 mi
Distance
$514
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Chester to Raleigh train times

Trains run once daily between Chester and Raleigh. The earliest departure is at 9:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:55 AM which arrives into Raleigh at 7:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Wilmington and take an average of 8h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    SEPTAAmtrak AcelaAmtrak8h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    SEPTAAmtrak AcelaAmtrak8h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    SEPTAAmtrak AcelaAmtrak8h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    SEPTAAmtrakAmtrak9h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    SEPTAAmtrakAmtrak9h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    SEPTAAmtrak AcelaAmtrak8h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    SEPTAAmtrak AcelaAmtrak8h 12m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Raleigh? 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Raleigh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 422.6 mi
  • Duration: 8h 32m

What companies run services between Chester, PA, USA and Raleigh, NC, USA?

You can take a train from Chester Transit Center to Raleigh Union Station via Wilmington and Washington Union Station in around 9h 10m.

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