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Trains from Motherwell (MTH) to Chester (CTR)

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20

train journeys
per day

184

miles (297 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 07:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Motherwell (MTH) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Motherwell and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Motherwell to Chester is approximately 184 miles (297 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 14 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Motherwell and Chester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Motherwell to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Motherwell to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:04
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:52
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    4 hrs 2 changes
    12:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:05
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:51
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:50
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:50
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    18:09
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:24
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:14
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    19:48
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:55
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    20:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:25
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:53
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    22:01
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:21
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    00:29
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:14
    8 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:55
    11 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Motherwell
    Chester
    Motherwell to Chester

About Motherwell Station

Station name Motherwell (MTH)
Address Motherwell station, Muir Street, Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1 1BL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:30 - 21:30
Tuesday 05:30 - 21:30
Wednesday 05:30 - 21:30
Thursday 05:30 - 21:30
Friday 05:30 - 21:30
Saturday 05:30 - 21:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Motherwell and Chester

The travel time between Motherwell and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Motherwell and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 07:15.

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

Amenities on trains between Motherwell 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 Motherwell & Chester. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Motherwell and Chester.

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