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Trains from East Midlands Parkway (EMD) to Chester (CTR)

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20

train journeys
per day

71

miles (114 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

06:07 / 01:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from East Midlands Parkway (EMD) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between East Midlands Parkway and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Midlands Parkway to Chester is approximately 71 miles (114 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Midlands Parkway to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from East Midlands Parkway to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:07
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:57
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:17
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:54
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:54
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:53
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:55
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:54
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:54
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:16
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    21:48
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:59
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:59
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    22:44
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    23:53
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    22:33
    8 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    06:45
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:54
    6 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    East Midlands Parkway
    Chester
    East Midlands Parkway to Chester

About East Midlands Parkway Station

Station name East Midlands Parkway (EMD)
Address East Midlands Parkway station, Station Approach Road, off A453, Remembrance Way, near Ratcliffe-on-Soar, Nottinghamshire, NG11 0EE
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 19:30
Tuesday 06:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 06:00 - 19:30
Thursday 06:00 - 19:30
Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:30
Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
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 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 East Midlands Parkway and Chester

The travel time between East Midlands Parkway and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Midlands Parkway and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:02.

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

Amenities on trains between East Midlands Parkway 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 East Midlands Parkway & Chester. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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