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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Chester (CTR)

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18

train journeys
per day

106

miles (171 kms)

3hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:56 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Chester is approximately 106 miles (171 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 1 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Chester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:56
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:18
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:17
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    13:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:17
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    14:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    15:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:17
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    16:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:17
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:57
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:17
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    19:11
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:17
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    20:26
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:17
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:17
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    21:56
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:17
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    23:26
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:32
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    23:37
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:17
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    00:09
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:29
    7 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Darlington
    Chester
    Darlington to Chester

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Darlington and Chester

The travel time between Darlington and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

First class tickets on trains between Darlington and Chester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Darlington and Chester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Darlington & Chester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Chester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Darlington and Chester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.