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Trains from Southampton Central to Chester (CTR)

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17

train journeys
per day

170

miles (273 kms)

4hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central to Chester is approximately 170 miles (273 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 50 mins.

West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:26
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:09
    5 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    22:44
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    00:29
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    10 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    06:30
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    11 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:23
    11 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Southampton Central
    Chester
    Southampton Central to Chester

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Chester

The travel time between Southampton Central and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central 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 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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

West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Chester.

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