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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Chester (CTR)

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15

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill to Chester is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 58 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, London Overground, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Chester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Forest Hill to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:28
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:17
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    21:28
    10 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    08:20
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:42
    9 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Forest Hill
    Chester
    Forest Hill to Chester

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
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 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 Forest Hill and Chester

The travel time between Forest Hill and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill 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 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill & Chester. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, London Overground, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Chester.

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