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Trains from Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM) to Chester (CTR)

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16

train journeys
per day

190

miles (306 kms)

3hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

06:57 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM) to Chester (CTR)

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

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester is approximately 190 miles (306 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 38 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:17
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:17
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:09
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:57
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:17
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    20:01
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:57
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    20:44
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:17
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    22:01
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:57
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    22:44
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:16
    6 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    02:41
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:03
    9 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:17
    9 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Chester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Chester

About Edinburgh Haymarket Station

Station name Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM)
Address Haymarket station, Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH12 5EY
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 21:25
Saturday 06:30 - 21:25
Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
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

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 Edinburgh Haymarket and Chester

The travel time between Edinburgh Haymarket and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Haymarket and Chester 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 06:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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

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

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