The average train between Chester and Northumbria University takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Northumbria University. 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 Chester and Northumbria University. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Northumbria University at 12:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Northumbria University. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Northumbria University station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Chester to Northumbria University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.
Chester to Northumbria University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Chester to Northumbria University train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Northumbria University is 215.5 km. The road distance is 301 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m.