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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Chester (CTR)

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24

train journeys
per day

17

miles (28 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Junction and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Junction to Chester is approximately 17 miles (28 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 32 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Chester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Junction to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Junction to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:08
    6 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    06:25
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    05:53
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    07:27
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    07:49
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:57
    54 mins 1 change
    08:51
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    09:52
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    10:27
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    11:51
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    13:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    15:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    16:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    17:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    18:09
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:50
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:56
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    19:26
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:28
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    19:49
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:28
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    20:48
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:28
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    21:48
    St Helens Junction
    Chester
    St Helens Junction to Chester

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 St Helens Junction and Chester

The travel time between St Helens Junction and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Junction and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

Amenities on trains between St Helens Junction 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 St Helens Junction & Chester. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Chester.

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