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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Birmingham Stations

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39

train journeys
per day

66

miles (107 kms)

1hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 01:45

first / last train

9

direct trains

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Birmingham Stations , with 9 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Birmingham Stations is approximately 66 miles (107 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:46
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    06:56
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    1 hrs 59 mins Direct
    07:32
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:37
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    07:18
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    08:56
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    10:55
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 2 mins Direct
    11:32
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    11:56
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    1 hrs 56 mins Direct
    13:32
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    13:56
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:38
    1 hrs 54 mins Direct
    15:32
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Chester
    Birmingham New Street
    Chester to Birmingham New Street

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Chester and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Birmingham Stations 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 Chester to Birmingham Stations

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

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