Chester to Duffield by train
| First train | 04:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:01 | |
| Departure station | Chester | |
| Arrival station | Duffield | |
| Journey time | From 2h 9m | |
| Distance | 60 miles (96 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Chester to Duffield by train
Looking to travel from Chester to Duffield by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 52 minutes to travel from Chester to Duffield by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 9 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 60 miles (96 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Duffield, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to Duffield. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chester to Duffield in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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