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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Harwich Town (HWC)

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17

train journeys
per day

195

miles (314 kms)

4hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

04:48 / 23:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Harwich Town (HWC)

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

The distance by rail from Chester to Harwich Town is approximately 195 miles (314 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 47 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Harwich Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Harwich Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 26 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Chester to Harwich Town

Journeys from Chester to Harwich Town Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:48
    5 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    10:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:56
    5 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    11:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:56
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    12:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:56
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    13:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:32
    4 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    14:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:56
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    15:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    16:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:56
    4 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    17:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:56
    5 hrs 3 mins5 changes
    18:59
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:56
    4 hrs 33 mins5 changes
    19:29
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:32
    4 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    20:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:56
    4 hrs 27 mins5 changes
    21:23
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:55
    4 hrs 27 mins5 changes
    22:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:56
    5 hrs 1 min4 changes
    23:57
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:56
    10 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    06:15
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:34
    10 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    07:59
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:04
    11 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    10:22
    Chester
    Harwich Town
    Chester to Harwich Town

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 Harwich Town Station

Station name Harwich Town (HWC)
AddressHarwich Town station, George Street, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3NA
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Harwich Town

The travel time between Chester and Harwich Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Harwich Town 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 04:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:26.

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

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Harwich Town.

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