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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Chester (CTR)

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11

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

6hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Chester is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 5 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Chester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:23
    7 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    6 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    6 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:22
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    6 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    7 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:28
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    6 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    19:57
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    7 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    7 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    22:40
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:23
    7 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    00:29
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:23
    11 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:20
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:23
    14 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Canterbury West
    Chester
    Canterbury West to Chester

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 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 Canterbury West and Chester

The travel time between Canterbury West and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West & Chester. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Chester.

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