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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Rayleigh (RLG)

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28

train journeys
per day

184

miles (296 kms)

3hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Rayleigh (RLG)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Rayleigh , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Rayleigh is approximately 184 miles (296 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 13 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Rayleigh.

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

Journeys from Chester to Rayleigh Today

  • Mon 20th May
    04:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    05:49
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    06:47
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    07:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    07:55
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    08:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    08:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:36
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    09:20
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    09:55
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    13:36
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    10:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    10:55
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    14:36
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    11:55
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    15:36
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    12:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    12:55
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:36
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    13:55
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:51
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    14:32
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    18:06
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    14:55
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    18:38
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    15:32
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    15:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:56
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh
  • Mon 20th May
    16:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:15
    Chester
    Rayleigh
    Chester to Rayleigh

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

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Rayleigh

The travel time between Chester and Rayleigh by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Rayleigh vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Rayleigh can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Rayleigh. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Rayleigh.

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