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Trains from Thornaby (TBY) to Chester (CTR)

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24

train journeys
per day

114

miles (183 kms)

3hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

06:27 / 00:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Thornaby (TBY) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Thornaby 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 Thornaby to Chester is approximately 114 miles (183 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 26 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Thornaby and Chester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thornaby to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Thornaby to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:27
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:31
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:31
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:31
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:31
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    18:09
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:31
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    19:09
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:31
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:49
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:31
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:31
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    21:48
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Thornaby
    Chester
    Thornaby to Chester

About Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Available
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 Thornaby and Chester

The travel time between Thornaby and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thornaby 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 06:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

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

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Thornaby and Chester.

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