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Trains from Basingstoke to Chester (CTR)

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17

train journeys
per day

153

miles (247 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Basingstoke to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Basingstoke and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Basingstoke to Chester is approximately 153 miles (247 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 12 mins.

West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Basingstoke to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Basingstoke to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:51
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:48
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:50
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:49
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:48
    4 hrs 2 changes
    19:48
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:29
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:26
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:49
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:48
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    22:44
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:49
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:49
    9 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    06:30
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:38
    9 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:52
    11 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Basingstoke
    Chester
    Basingstoke to Chester

About Basingstoke Station

Station name Basingstoke (BSK)
Address Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:30
Saturday 06:00 - 21:30
Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
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

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 Basingstoke and Chester

The travel time between Basingstoke and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Basingstoke and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

First class tickets on trains between Basingstoke and Chester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke & Chester. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Chester.

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