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Trains from Oxford to Chester (CTR)

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21

train journeys
per day

120

miles (194 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:39 / 22:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Oxford to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oxford to Chester is approximately 120 miles (194 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Chester.

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

Journeys from Oxford to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:10
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:40
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:10
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:39
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:10
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    19:13
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:40
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:39
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:12
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    21:13
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:39
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:40
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    22:44
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:40
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    23:53
    Oxford
    Chester
    Oxford to Chester

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
Address Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 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 Oxford and Chester

The travel time between Oxford 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 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:49.

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

Amenities on trains between Oxford 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 Oxford & Chester. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Chester.

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