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Trains from Canterbury Stations to Chester (CTR)

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15

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Canterbury Stations to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury Stations and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury Stations to Chester is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 1 mins.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury Stations and Chester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury Stations to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:23
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:23
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:23
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:23
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:23
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:23
    11 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:20
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    22:47
    9 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Canterbury East
    Chester
    Canterbury East to Chester

About Canterbury Stations Station

Station name Canterbury Stations (26)
Address Crewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 20:00
Saturday 05:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
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 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 Canterbury Stations and Chester

The travel time between Canterbury Stations and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury Stations and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury Stations 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 Canterbury Stations & Chester. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury Stations and Chester.

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