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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rye to Chester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Rye to Chester and enjoy the approximately 218 miles (351 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 11:28.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 218 miles (351 km) |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 11:28 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Trains from Rye to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rye to Chester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The first train from Rye to Chester leaves at 4:18 AM.
The distance by train from Rye to Chester is 218 miles (351 km).
The last train from Rye to Chester leaves at 11:28 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Rye to Chester.
The train station in Rye that goes to Chester is Rye station (RYE), which connects to Chester station (CTR).
The train journey from Rye to Chester offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of East Sussex and the historic landscapes of Cheshire, providing travelers with glimpses of quaint villages, rolling hills, and lush greenery.
In Chester, you can explore Chester Zoo, one of the UK's largest zoos, and the Grosvenor Museum with its local history exhibits. Enjoy the scenic River Dee with a walk or boat trip. Visit Storyhouse for theatre, cinema, and library experiences. Discover military history at the Cheshire Military Museum. Don't miss Chester Cathedral's stunning architecture, the Chester Roman Amphitheatre, the medieval Chester City Walls, the iconic Eastgate Clock, and The Rows for unique shopping experiences.
To fully experience Chester, two to three days are ideal. This allows time to explore its historic attractions, such as the Roman walls, Chester Cathedral, and the historic Rows, as well as enjoy its shops and dining options.
No, you cannot take the train from Rye to Chester.
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Popular train stations from Rye to Chester
Rye
Chester
The major train station for departures in Rye is Rye. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rye for your trip from Rye to Chester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:40 - 19:05 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long access route between platforms via a car park, street and level crossing (over 400m length). Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting room in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your journey to Chester from Rye.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Chester West
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Chester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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