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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Chester (CTR)

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27

train journeys
per day

117

miles (188 kms)

2hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Chester is approximately 117 miles (188 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Chester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:03
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:06
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:48
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:49
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:07
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:49
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:47
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:09
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:07
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:48
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    19:09
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:11
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    19:48
    Carlisle
    Chester
    Carlisle to Chester

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
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 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 Carlisle and Chester

The travel time between Carlisle and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Carlisle 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 Carlisle & Chester. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Chester.

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