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Trains from Slateford (SLA) to Chester (CTR)

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16

train journeys
per day

189

miles (304 kms)

4hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Slateford (SLA) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Slateford and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Slateford to Chester is approximately 189 miles (304 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Slateford and Chester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Slateford to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Slateford to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    6 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:36
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:50
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:32
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    19:48
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:39
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:31
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:58
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:43
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:33
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:42
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    00:37
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:33
    11 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:21
    10 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Slateford
    Chester
    Slateford to Chester

About Slateford Station

Station name Slateford (SLA)
Address Slateford station, Meggetgate, off A70 Slateford Road, Slateford, City of Edinburgh, EH14 1BX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
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 Slateford and Chester

The travel time between Slateford and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Slateford and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Slateford 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 Slateford & Chester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Slateford and Chester.

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