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Trains from Tunbridge Wells (TBW) to Chester (CTR)

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30

train journeys
per day

195

miles (314 kms)

3hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Tunbridge Wells (TBW) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Tunbridge Wells and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Tunbridge Wells to Chester is approximately 195 miles (314 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 47 mins.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Tunbridge Wells and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Tunbridge Wells to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Tunbridge Wells to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:37
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:03
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:16
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:53
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:05
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:33
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:38
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:02
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:02
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    16:33
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:33
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:02
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:33
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:02
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    18:31
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:40
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Tunbridge Wells
    Chester
    Tunbridge Wells to Chester

About Tunbridge Wells Station

Station name Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Address Tunbridge Wells station, Mount Pleasant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1BT
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 21:40
Saturday 06:30 - 20:40
Sunday 07:45 - 21:55
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 Unavailable
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 Tunbridge Wells and Chester

The travel time between Tunbridge Wells and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Tunbridge Wells and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Tunbridge Wells 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 Tunbridge Wells & Chester. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Tunbridge Wells and Chester.

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