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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Chester (CTR)

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16

train journeys
per day

219

miles (352 kms)

5hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Chester is approximately 219 miles (352 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Chester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:53
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:04
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:04
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:04
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    19:48
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:04
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:04
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:04
    12 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    08:20
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    22:04
    10 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Margate
    Chester
    Margate to Chester

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Margate and Chester

The travel time between Margate and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Chester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Chester.

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