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Trains from Gloucester to Chester (CTR)

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19

train journeys
per day

95

miles (154 kms)

2hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

06:16 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Gloucester to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Gloucester and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gloucester to Chester is approximately 95 miles (154 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gloucester to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Gloucester to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:16
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:34
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:35
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:49
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:26
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    18:22
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:35
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:22
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:49
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:49
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:45
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:38
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:56
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:49
    7 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    06:45
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:10
    9 hrs 10 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:20
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:18
    9 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Gloucester
    Chester
    Gloucester to Chester

About Gloucester Station

Station name Gloucester (GCR)
Address Gloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
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 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 Gloucester and Chester

The travel time between Gloucester and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gloucester and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

Amenities on trains between Gloucester 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 Gloucester & Chester. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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