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Trains from Grantham (GRA) to Chester (CTR)

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31

train journeys
per day

95

miles (153 kms)

3hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:45 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Grantham (GRA) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Grantham and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Grantham to Chester is approximately 95 miles (153 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Grantham to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Grantham to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:45
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:54
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:42
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:49
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:42
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:01
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Grantham
    Chester
    Grantham to Chester

About Grantham Station

Station name Grantham (GRA)
Address Grantham station, Station Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BT
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 15:30
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
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

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 Grantham and Chester

The travel time between Grantham and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Grantham and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

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

Amenities on trains between Grantham 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 Grantham & Chester. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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