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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Stafford (STA)

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32

train journeys
per day

41

miles (67 kms)

41 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 01:45

first / last train

10

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Stafford , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Stafford is approximately 41 miles (67 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 13 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 41 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Stafford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:46
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    05:54
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:37
    58 mins 1 change
    06:35
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:42
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    06:53
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    06:57
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    52 mins 1 change
    07:39
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    41 mins Direct
    08:13
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    55 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    41 mins Direct
    09:13
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    56 mins 1 change
    09:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:22
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    55 mins 1 change
    10:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    41 mins Direct
    11:13
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    55 mins 1 change
    11:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    55 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    41 mins Direct
    13:13
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    55 mins 1 change
    13:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    55 mins 1 change
    14:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:32
    41 mins Direct
    15:13
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:55
    55 mins 1 change
    15:50
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:32
    41 mins Direct
    16:13
    Chester
    Stafford
    Chester to Stafford

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

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Stafford

The travel time between Chester and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

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

Amenities on trains between Chester and Stafford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Chester to Stafford

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

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