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Trains from Rowlands Castle (RLN) to Chester (CTR)

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18

train journeys
per day

179

miles (288 kms)

5hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:01 / 00:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rowlands Castle (RLN) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Rowlands Castle 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 Rowlands Castle to Chester is approximately 179 miles (288 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 20 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rowlands Castle to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Rowlands Castle to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:01
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:39
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:29
    6 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    6 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:38
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:37
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:37
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:28
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    6 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:38
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:28
    6 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    22:38
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    6 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:23
    12 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:28
    12 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    08:20
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    22:47
    9 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:54
    11 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Rowlands Castle
    Chester
    Rowlands Castle to Chester

About Rowlands Castle Station

Station name Rowlands Castle (RLN)
Address Rowlands Castle station, Bowes Hill, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire, PO9 6BP
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:35 - 09:15
Saturday Closed
Sunday 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 Available
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 Rowlands Castle and Chester

The travel time between Rowlands Castle and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rowlands Castle 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 05:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:45.

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

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

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