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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Oxford

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16

train journeys
per day

120

miles (194 kms)

2hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Oxford

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Oxford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Oxford is approximately 120 miles (194 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 21 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Oxford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Oxford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 42 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Chester to Oxford

Journeys from Chester to Oxford Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    04:46
    3 hrs 28 mins1 change
    08:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:49
    3 hrs 25 mins2 changes
    09:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:32
    2 hrs 45 mins1 change
    10:17
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:32
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    11:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:20
    2 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    12:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:32
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    13:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:55
    3 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    14:13
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:32
    2 hrs 43 mins1 change
    15:15
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:54
    3 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    16:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:32
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    17:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:32
    2 hrs 43 mins1 change
    18:15
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:32
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    19:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:32
    2 hrs 43 mins1 change
    20:15
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:54
    3 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    22:13
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    19:54
    3 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    23:13
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:22
    8 hrs 52 mins1 change
    08:14
    Chester
    Oxford
    Chester to Oxford

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
AddressChester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
AddressOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Oxford

The travel time between Chester and Oxford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Oxford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 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 Oxford 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 & Oxford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Oxford.

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