The average train between Heanor and Chester takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Heanor 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 Heanor and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heanor is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Heanor 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 Heanor to Chester. However, there are services departing from Heanor station and arriving at Chester station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Heanor to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Langley Mill station.
Heanor to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Heanor to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Heanor and Chester is 104.5 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Langley Mill to Chester via Sheffield, Stockport, and Crewe in around 3h 1m.