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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Chester (CTR)

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30

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

3hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between East Croydon and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Croydon to Chester is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 54 mins.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between East Croydon and Chester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Croydon to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from East Croydon to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:10
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:31
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:00
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:31
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:48
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:00
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    East Croydon
    Chester
    East Croydon to Chester

About East Croydon Station

Station name East Croydon (ECR)
Address East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
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 Available
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 East Croydon and Chester

The travel time between East Croydon and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Croydon and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between East Croydon 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 East Croydon & Chester. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between East Croydon and Chester.

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