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Trains from Alton (AON) to Chester (CTR)

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16

train journeys
per day

163

miles (262 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

06:14 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Alton (AON) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Alton and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alton to Chester is approximately 163 miles (262 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 21 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Chester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alton to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Alton to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:14
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:14
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:14
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:14
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:14
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:15
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:15
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:15
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:15
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    23:20
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:15
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:15
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    01:24
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:15
    12 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    08:20
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:15
    12 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Alton
    Chester
    Alton to Chester

About Alton Station

Station name Alton (AON)
Address Alton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Alton and Chester

The travel time between Alton and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alton and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Alton 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 Alton & Chester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Chester.

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