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Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Chester (CTR)

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40

train journeys
per day

166

miles (268 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:34 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Stratford (London) and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stratford (London) to Chester is approximately 166 miles (268 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 47 mins.

London Overground, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Stratford (London) and Chester.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stratford (London) to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Stratford (London) to Chester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:34
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:41
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    3 hrs 1 change
    14:07
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:16
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:16
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:48
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Stratford (London)
    Chester
    Stratford (London) to Chester

About Stratford (London) Station

Station name Stratford (London) (SRA)
Address Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:40 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Stratford (London) and Chester

The travel time between Stratford (London) and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stratford (London) and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Stratford (London) 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 Stratford (London) & Chester. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Stratford (London) and Chester.

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