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Trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Chester (CTR)

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18

train journeys
per day

62

miles (100 kms)

2hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Bradford Forster Square and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bradford Forster Square to Chester is approximately 62 miles (100 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bradford Forster Square and Chester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bradford Forster Square to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Bradford Forster Square to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:09
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:43
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:43
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:44
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:43
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:43
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:44
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:44
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:43
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    18:09
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:43
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    19:09
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:43
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    20:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:43
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    21:09
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:43
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    22:01
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:43
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    22:42
    8 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    06:51
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:32
    8 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Bradford Forster Square
    Chester
    Bradford Forster Square to Chester

About Bradford Forster Square Station

Station name Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
Address Bradford Forster Square station, Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4HY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 19:00
Tuesday 06:10 - 19:00
Wednesday 06:10 - 19:00
Thursday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Friday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 08:45 - 18:00
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 Unavailable
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 Bradford Forster Square and Chester

The travel time between Bradford Forster Square and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bradford Forster Square and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Bradford Forster Square 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 Bradford Forster Square & Chester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bradford Forster Square and Chester.

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