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Darlington to Chester Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Darlington and Chester. The average train journey from Darlington to Chester takes 3 hours and 22 minutes, but some London North Eastern Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 107 mi (172 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 3m |
| Lowest price | $80.02 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Darlington to Chester?
There are 3 train lines with service from Darlington to Chester. London North Eastern Railway + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 2 | 3h 33m | $80.02 |
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 3 | 3h 15m | $80.02 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 2 | 3h 23m | $80.02 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Darlington to Chester start from $80, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Chester. CrossCountry + Connections in Darlington leaves from Darlington Train Station . And in Chester trains arrive at Chester Train Station .
From Darlington to Chester train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 33 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chester faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 3 minutes.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Darlington to Chester start from $80, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Chester. TransPennine Express + Connections in Darlington leaves from Darlington Train Station . And in Chester trains arrive at Chester Train Station .
From Darlington to Chester train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chester faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 3 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Darlington to Chester
The distance between Darlington and Chester is approximately 107 miles, or 172 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 3 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Darlington to Chester. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Darlington at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chester to Darlington.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Darlington?
Main departure station: Darlington Train Station
There is one train station in Darlington.
All train stations in Darlington:
Darlington Train Station
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main arrival station: Chester Train Station
Chester has one train station.
All train stations in Chester:
Chester Train Station
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