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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Peterborough (PBO)

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22

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Peterborough (PBO)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Peterborough , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Peterborough is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 8 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Peterborough.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Peterborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Peterborough Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:22
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:29
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:55
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:29
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:09
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:12
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:32
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:56
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    22:12
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:25
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    22:36
    Chester
    Peterborough
    Chester to Peterborough

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 Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Peterborough

The travel time between Chester and Peterborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Peterborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

First class tickets on trains between Chester and Peterborough typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Chester and Peterborough 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 & Peterborough. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Peterborough.

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