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About Chester, TX

Chester is a tiny East Texas community in Tyler County, about 75 miles northeast of Houston via US-59 and FM-787. Surrounded by the Piney Woods, it's accessible from major cities through US-287 and local farm roads. The area sits within the Big Thicket ecosystem, where four forest types meet to create exceptional biodiversity.

Where is Chester, TX on the map?

Chester, TX is in United States, at 30.921, -94.600 - about 24 km west of Colmesneil, TX.

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What is the closest airport to Chester, TX?

The closest airport to Chester, TX is George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 157 km (about 1 h 59 min by car).

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