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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Plymouth (PLY)

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16

train journeys
per day

202

miles (325 kms)

5hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Plymouth is approximately 202 miles (325 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 48 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:46
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:47
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    5 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    6 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:32
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    5 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    14:47
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:32
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:32
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:32
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:32
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:56
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:19
    13 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:01
    11 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:30
    12 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Chester
    Plymouth
    Chester to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Plymouth

The travel time between Chester and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Plymouth 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 & Plymouth. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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