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Trains from Wakefield Stations to Chester (CTR)

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43

train journeys
per day

65

miles (105 kms)

2hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Wakefield Stations to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Wakefield Stations and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Wakefield Stations to Chester is approximately 65 miles (105 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 1 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Stations and Chester.

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Wakefield Stations to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:30
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:13
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:29
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:36
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:08
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:01
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:37
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:14
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:14
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:25
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Wakefield Westgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Westgate to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Wakefield Kirkgate
    Chester
    Wakefield Kirkgate to Chester

About Wakefield Stations Station

Station name Wakefield Stations (164)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Wakefield Stations and Chester

The travel time between Wakefield Stations and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Wakefield Stations and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Wakefield Stations 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 Wakefield Stations & Chester. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Wakefield Stations and Chester.

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