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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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13

train journeys
per day

160

miles (257 kms)

3hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Stansted Airport is approximately 160 miles (257 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 14 mins.

Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Stansted Airport.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:57
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:57
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:57
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    19:00
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    20:00
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:32
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:57
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:36
    11 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    05:14
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:28
    10 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Chester
    Stansted Airport
    Chester to Stansted Airport

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 Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Chester and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Stansted Airport 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 & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Stansted Airport.

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