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Trains from Barrow-Upon-Soar (BWS) to Chester (CTR)

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21

train journeys
per day

78

miles (126 kms)

3hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 22:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Barrow-Upon-Soar (BWS) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Barrow-Upon-Soar and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester is approximately 78 miles (126 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 58 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Barrow-Upon-Soar and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:56
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:03
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:57
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:56
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:46
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:57
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:02
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:59
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    21:48
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:07
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    22:44
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:00
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    23:53
    Barrow-Upon-Soar
    Chester
    Barrow-Upon-Soar to Chester

About Barrow-Upon-Soar Station

Station name Barrow-Upon-Soar (BWS)
Address Barrow-upon-Soar station, Grove Lane, Barrow-upon-Soar, Leicestershire, LE12 8US
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Barrow-Upon-Soar and Chester

The travel time between Barrow-Upon-Soar and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barrow-Upon-Soar and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:47.

First class tickets on trains between Barrow-Upon-Soar and Chester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Barrow-Upon-Soar 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 Barrow-Upon-Soar & Chester. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Barrow-Upon-Soar and Chester.

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