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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Chester (CTR)

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49

train journeys
per day

66

miles (107 kms)

1hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:09

first / last train

9

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Chester , with 9 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Chester is approximately 66 miles (107 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 2 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Chester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Chester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    06:45
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:34
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    07:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    07:42
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    08:33
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    08:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    09:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:34
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    10:28
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:07
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    11:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:07
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:34
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:22
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    13:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:34
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    13:33
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    13:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:34
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street to Chester

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Birmingham Stations and Chester

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Chester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 9 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Chester

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Chester.

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