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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Chester (CTR)

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35

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

2hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

06:04 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between London Kings Cross and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Kings Cross to Chester is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

London Overground, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Chester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Kings Cross to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from London Kings Cross to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:04
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:11
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:42
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    11:05
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:42
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    12:06
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:42
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    14:07
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:42
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    15:05
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:42
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    17:05
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    London Kings Cross
    Chester
    London Kings Cross to Chester

About London Kings Cross Station

Station name London Kings Cross (KGX)
Address London Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
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 London Kings Cross and Chester

The travel time between London Kings Cross and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Kings Cross and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between London Kings Cross 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 London Kings Cross & Chester. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Chester.

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