The average train between Hertford and Chester takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Hertford 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 Hertford and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Finsbury Park and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 20m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hertford 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 Hertford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Hertford station and arriving at Chester station via Finsbury Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Hertford to Chester train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hertford North station.
Hertford to Chester train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Hertford to Chester train tickets online with Great Northern, London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hertford and Chester is 245.6 km. The road distance is 319 km.
You can take a train from Hertford North to Chester via Finsbury Park, Finsbury Park station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 48m.