The average train between Newcastle (Station) and Chester takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Newcastle (Station) 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 Newcastle (Station) and Chester. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Newcastle (Station) is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Newcastle (Station) to Chester. However, there are services departing from Newcastle (Station) station and arriving at Chester station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Newcastle (Station) to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.
Newcastle (Station) to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.
Book your Newcastle (Station) to Chester train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Newcastle (Station) and Chester is 214.5 km. The road distance is 307 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 8m.