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Trains from Reading West to Chester (CTR)

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18

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading West to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West 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 Reading West to Chester is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:20
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    17:05
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:22
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:57
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    21:13
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    22:04
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    23:20
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:31
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:10
    9 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:37
    11 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Reading West
    Chester
    Reading West to Chester

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Reading West and Chester

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

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West 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 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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

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