The average train between Rye and Chester takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Rye 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 Rye and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rye is at 6:48 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rye 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 Rye to Chester. However, there are services departing from Rye station and arriving at Chester station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Rye to Chester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Ashford International station.
Rye to Chester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Rye to Chester train tickets online with Southern, Southeastern and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rye and Chester is 351.2 km. The road distance is 402 km.
You can take a train from Rye to Chester via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 4h 33m.