The average train between Chester and London Paddington takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to London Paddington. 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 every 2 hours between Chester and London Paddington. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:31 PM which arrives into London Paddington at 10:22 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chester to London Paddington? 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 Chester to London Paddington. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at London Paddington station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.
Chester to London Paddington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to London Paddington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Chester to London Paddington train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Chester and London Paddington is 262 km. The road distance is 292 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Chester to London Euston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–95 and the journey takes 2h 3m.