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Chester to Leeds trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Leeds takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Leeds. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 6m
Duration
82 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Warrington

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2h 6m
£25–49

Chester to Leeds train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:52 PM which arrives into Leeds at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 12m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 12m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 12m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express2h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 44m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 57m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 57m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 57m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 57m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 51m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 57m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Leeds? 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 Leeds.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 81.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Leeds, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Leeds via Newton-le-Willows in around 2h 6m.

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