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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Chester (CTR)

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38

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

2hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

12

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Chester is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 31 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Chester.

There are 12 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Chester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    13:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:07
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:38
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    15:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    16:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:06
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    Sheffield
    Chester
    Sheffield to Chester

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
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

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 Sheffield and Chester

The travel time between Sheffield and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

Amenities on trains between Sheffield 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 Sheffield & Chester. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Chester.

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