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Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Chester (CTR)

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18

train journeys
per day

181

miles (291 kms)

6hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Portsmouth Stations and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Portsmouth Stations to Chester is approximately 181 miles (291 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 45 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Chester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Portsmouth Stations to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    6 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:26
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:38
    6 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:20
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:27
    5 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:21
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    6 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:27
    6 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:38
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:22
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:27
    6 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    18:22
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:38
    7 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:27
    5 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    19:21
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:38
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    21:22
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:27
    5 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:27
    6 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    22:40
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:38
    6 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    23:20
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:27
    7 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    00:29
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:29
    12 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    06:30
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:29
    11 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    06:45
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:28
    11 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:28
    11 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Chester
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Chester

About Portsmouth Stations Station

Station name Portsmouth Stations (134)
Address Newport (South Wales) station, Queensway, Newport, Gwent, NP20 4AX
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 06:30 - 20:30
Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
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 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 Portsmouth Stations and Chester

The travel time between Portsmouth Stations and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth Stations and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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Amenities on trains between Portsmouth Stations 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 Portsmouth Stations & Chester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Chester.

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