The average train between Leicester and Chester takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Chester. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Chester station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.
Leicester to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Leicester to Chester train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Chester is 133 km. The road distance is 161 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Chester via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 2h 36m.