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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Wakefield Stations

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32

train journeys
per day

65

miles (105 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Wakefield Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Wakefield Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Wakefield Stations is approximately 65 miles (105 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Wakefield Stations .

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Wakefield Kirkgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Wakefield Stations Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:02
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    07:47
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    05:56
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:22
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:21
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester to Wakefield Kirkgate
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:29
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    11:28
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:03
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    15:22
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    12:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:57
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    17:22
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate
  • Mon 6th May
    14:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester to Wakefield Westgate

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 Wakefield Stations Station

Station name Wakefield Stations (164)
Address Wakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 Wakefield Stations

The travel time between Chester and Wakefield Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Wakefield Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Wakefield Stations 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 & Wakefield Stations . owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Wakefield Stations .

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