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Trains from York (YRK) to Chester (CTR)

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36

train journeys
per day

90

miles (145 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

01:34 / 01:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between York and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Chester is approximately 90 miles (145 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between York and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from York to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:34
    5 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    06:42
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:46
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    08:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    09:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    11:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:02
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:20
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    13:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:20
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:48
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    14:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:02
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:20
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    15:56
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    15:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:50
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    16:57
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:02
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    York
    Chester
    York to Chester

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 York and Chester

The travel time between York and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:34.

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

Amenities on trains between York 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 York & Chester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between York and Chester.

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