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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Chester (CTR)

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29

train journeys
per day

184

miles (296 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

04:16 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Rayleigh and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rayleigh to Chester is approximately 184 miles (296 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 9 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:16
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    04:46
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:16
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:39
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:38
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    15:37
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:37
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:06
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Rayleigh
    Chester
    Rayleigh to Chester

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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 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 Rayleigh and Chester

The travel time between Rayleigh and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh & Chester. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Chester.

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