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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Watford Junction

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27

train journeys
per day

149

miles (239 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Watford Junction

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

The distance by rail from Chester to Watford Junction is approximately 149 miles (239 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    07:41
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:12
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:42
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:12
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:38
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:55
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    15:12
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:54
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    17:15
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:55
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    18:14
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:55
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:53
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    19:14
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:55
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Chester
    Watford Junction
    Chester to Watford Junction

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 Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Watford Junction

The travel time between Chester and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Watford Junction 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 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

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

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

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

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