The average train between Chester and Whalley takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Whalley. 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 Whalley. 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 Whalley at 6:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Whalley. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Whalley station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Chester to Whalley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Whalley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whalley station.
Book your Chester to Whalley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Whalley is 77.2 km. The road distance is 113 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Whalley via Manchester Victoria in around 2h 50m.