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Trains from Dumfries (DMF) to Chester (CTR)

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15

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

4hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Dumfries (DMF) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Dumfries and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dumfries to Chester is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 21 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Dumfries and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dumfries to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Dumfries to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:57
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:04
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:05
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:33
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:58
    5 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:59
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:02
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:05
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:59
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:05
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:01
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    19:13
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:03
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:07
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    21:13
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:01
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    23:37
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:03
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    00:29
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:08
    9 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Dumfries
    Chester
    Dumfries to Chester

About Dumfries Station

Station name Dumfries (DMF)
Address Dumfries station, Lovers Walk, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway, DG1 1NF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:35 - 19:30
Saturday 06:35 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
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 Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dumfries and Chester

The travel time between Dumfries and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dumfries and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dumfries & Chester. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Dumfries and Chester.

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