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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Luton (LUT)

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28

train journeys
per day

137

miles (221 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Luton (LUT)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Luton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Luton is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 42 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Luton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Luton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Luton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:46
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:10
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:10
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    15:10
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:40
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:55
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:14
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:42
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:55
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:12
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:40
    Chester
    Luton
    Chester to Luton

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 Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Luton

The travel time between Chester and Luton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Luton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Luton. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Luton.

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