The average train between Grimsby and Chester takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 hourly between Grimsby and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Chester at 5:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Grimsby to Chester. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Chester station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Grimsby to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Grimsby to Chester train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Grimsby and Chester is 191.4 km. The road distance is 239 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Grimsby Town to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 18m.