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Trains from Portsmouth Harbour to Chester (CTR)

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17

train journeys
per day

182

miles (293 kms)

4hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

06:10 / 23:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Portsmouth Harbour to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Portsmouth Harbour and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Portsmouth Harbour to Chester is approximately 182 miles (293 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 37 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, Southern, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Harbour and Chester.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth Harbour to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Portsmouth Harbour to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:20
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:03
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:50
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:11
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:13
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:15
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    22:04
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:23
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    23:20
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:24
    7 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    02:03
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:23
    11 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    06:45
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:24
    11 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:33
    12 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Chester
    Portsmouth Harbour to Chester

About Portsmouth Harbour Station

Station name Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Address Portsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Portsmouth Harbour and Chester

The travel time between Portsmouth Harbour and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth Harbour and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:37.

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

Amenities on trains between Portsmouth Harbour 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 Portsmouth Harbour & Chester. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, Southern, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Harbour and Chester.

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