The average train between Chester and Stockton-on-Tees takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Stockton-on-Tees. 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 Stockton-on-Tees. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Stockton-on-Tees at 7:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Stockton-on-Tees. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Stockton-on-Tees station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Chester to Stockton-on-Tees train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Stockton-on-Tees train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Eaglescliffe station.
Book your Chester to Stockton-on-Tees train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Chester and Stockton-on-Tees is 184.7 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Eaglescliffe via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 45m.