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Trains from Gainsborough Stations to Chester (CTR)

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17

train journeys
per day

88

miles (141 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

07:04 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Gainsborough Stations to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Stations and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Stations to Chester is approximately 88 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 4 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Stations and Chester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Central to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Gainsborough Stations to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:36
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:49
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:50
    Gainsborough Central
    Chester
    Gainsborough Central to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:36
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    18:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:38
    4 hrs 2 changes
    20:38
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:03
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    21:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:44
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:59
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    23:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:40
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    00:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:05
    7 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Chester
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Chester

About Gainsborough Stations Station

Station name Gainsborough Stations (79)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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 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 Gainsborough Stations and Chester

The travel time between Gainsborough Stations and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Stations and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Gainsborough Stations 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 Gainsborough Stations & Chester. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Stations and Chester.

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