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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Porth (POR)

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21

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Porth (POR)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Porth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Porth is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 41 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Porth.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Porth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Porth Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:33
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    06:20
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    10:14
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:16
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:14
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:20
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    12:14
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:14
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:36
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:21
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:38
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    18:14
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:32
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    18:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    15:36
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:44
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    16:23
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    20:58
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    16:32
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:58
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    17:36
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    21:58
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    18:22
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth
  • Mon 6th May
    21:34
    9 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    07:14
    Chester
    Porth
    Chester to Porth

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 Porth Station

Station name Porth (POR)
Address Porth station, Station Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF39 0ES
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday Closed
Monday to Sunday Closed
Monday to Sunday Closed
Monday to Sunday Closed
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Porth

The travel time between Chester and Porth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Porth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Porth 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 & Porth. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Porth.

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