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Trains from Hertford North (HFN) to Chester (CTR)

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17

train journeys
per day

152

miles (244 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Hertford North (HFN) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Hertford North 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 Hertford North to Chester is approximately 152 miles (244 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 3 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford North and Chester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hertford North to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Hertford North to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:35
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    05:12
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:12
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:12
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:14
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:14
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:12
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:14
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    21:35
    10 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:44
    9 hrs 3 changes
    08:44
    Hertford North
    Chester
    Hertford North to Chester

About Hertford North Station

Station name Hertford North (HFN)
Address Hertford North station, North Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1NB
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 19:00
Saturday 07:45 - 14:10
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Hertford North and Chester

The travel time between Hertford North and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hertford North 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 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:36.

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

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford North and Chester.

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