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Trains from Sellafield (SEL) to Chester (CTR)

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18

train journeys
per day

88

miles (141 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:39 / 23:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Sellafield (SEL) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Sellafield 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 Sellafield to Chester is approximately 88 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 25 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sellafield and Chester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sellafield to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Sellafield to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    5 hrs 2 changes
    11:39
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:24
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:53
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:50
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:39
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:31
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:39
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:40
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:41
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:38
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:11
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:41
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:48
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:24
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:40
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    5 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    00:37
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:40
    10 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Sellafield
    Chester
    Sellafield to Chester

About Sellafield Station

Station name Sellafield (SEL)
Address Sellafield station, Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
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 Sellafield and Chester

The travel time between Sellafield and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sellafield 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 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:10.

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

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sellafield and Chester.

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