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Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Chester (CTR)

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22

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Nottingham and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nottingham to Chester is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Nottingham and Chester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nottingham to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Nottingham to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    08:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:16
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:37
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:16
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:17
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:17
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:17
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    17:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:16
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:17
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    19:48
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    20:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:17
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    21:58
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    22:44
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:19
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    23:53
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:36
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:58
    8 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    06:45
    Nottingham
    Chester
    Nottingham to Chester

About Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
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 Nottingham and Chester

The travel time between Nottingham and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nottingham and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

Amenities on trains between Nottingham 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 Nottingham & Chester. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Nottingham and Chester.

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