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Trains from South Hampstead (SOH) to Chester (CTR)

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33

train journeys
per day

161

miles (260 kms)

3hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

00:13 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from South Hampstead (SOH) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between South Hampstead and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from South Hampstead to Chester is approximately 161 miles (260 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 1 mins.

GWR, London Overground, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between South Hampstead and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being South Hampstead to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from South Hampstead to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:13
    8 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    05:59
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:43
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:13
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:43
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:28
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:43
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:43
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:05
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    South Hampstead
    Chester
    South Hampstead to Chester

About South Hampstead Station

Station name South Hampstead (SOH)
Address South Hampstead station, 156 Loudoun Road, South Hampstead, Greater London, NW8 0DJ
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 10:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 South Hampstead and Chester

The travel time between South Hampstead and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between South Hampstead and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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Amenities on trains between South Hampstead 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 South Hampstead & Chester. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, London Overground, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between South Hampstead and Chester.

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