The average train between Newark and Chester takes 36 min and the fastest train takes 32 min. The train service runs several times per day from Newark 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 4 hours between Newark and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:37 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 36 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newark station and arriving at Chester station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 5 times a week. The journey takes approximately 36 min.
Newark to Chester train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Newark DE station.
Newark to Chester train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Chester Transit Center station.
The distance between Newark and Chester is 38.3 km. The road distance is 41 km.
SEPTA operates a train from Newark DE to Chester Transit Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 34 min.