The average train between Essex and Chester takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Essex to Chester. 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 Essex and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Chester at 3:05 PM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex to Chester? 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 Essex to Chester. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Chester station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Essex to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Chester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Essex to Chester train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Essex and Chester is 279.4 km. The road distance is 358 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Chester via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 12m.