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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Hemel Hempstead
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Hemel Hempstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Hemel Hempstead will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Hemel Hempstead every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:323h02Chester13:34Hemel Hempstead£821One-way0 changes
- 10:323h02Chester13:34Hemel Hempstead£821One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Chester to Hemel Hempstead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Hemel Hempstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £80, and a flight costs an average of £180.
Distance: 229 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£110 Average Price Cheapest | £233 Average Price |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Hemel Hempstead train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Hemel Hempstead trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:32 Chester | 3h02 | 13:34 Hemel Hempstead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Hemel Hempstead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Hemel Hempstead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 21:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Chester to Hemel Hempstead trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Chester and Hemel Hempstead from £80. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Hemel Hempstead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Hemel Hempstead by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Hemel Hempstead
Most Chester to Hemel Hempstead trains use the Chester to Hemel Hempstead station pair, with some services arriving at Apsley. Use this guide to compare Chester and Hemel Hempstead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Hemel Hempstead leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Hemel Hempstead station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Hemel Hempstead from Hemel Hempstead city centre
Hemel Hempstead is 1 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Hemel Hempstead train station facilities and services
Hemel Hempstead has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fishery Wharf Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hemel Hempstead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hemel Hempstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hemel Hempstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Apsley from Hemel Hempstead city centre
Apsley is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Apsley train station facilities and services
Apsley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Apsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Apsley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Apsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Apsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Apsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is accessible outside the Booking Hall, for card payment only, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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