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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Chester (CTR)

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20

train journeys
per day

11

miles (18 kms)

40 mins

fastest journey

00:21 / 23:54

first / last train

16

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Chester , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Chester is approximately 11 miles (18 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 45 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Chester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 40 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:21
    40 mins Direct
    01:01
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    07:42
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    40 mins Direct
    08:26
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:44
    40 mins Direct
    09:24
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    59 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    40 mins Direct
    10:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    40 mins Direct
    11:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    40 mins Direct
    12:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    40 mins Direct
    13:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    40 mins Direct
    14:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    40 mins Direct
    15:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    40 mins Direct
    16:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    40 mins Direct
    17:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:47
    40 mins Direct
    18:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    40 mins Direct
    19:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:26
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    20:44
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:47
    40 mins Direct
    21:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    21:47
    40 mins Direct
    22:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    22:47
    40 mins Direct
    23:27
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:26
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    00:29
    Runcorn
    Chester
    Runcorn to Chester

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
Address Runcorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 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 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 Runcorn and Chester

The travel time between Runcorn and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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

Amenities on trains between Runcorn and Chester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Runcorn to Chester

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Chester.

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