Cologne to Chester by train
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Overview: trains from Cologne to Chester
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Travelling from Cologne to Chester by train
Want to know how to get from Cologne to Chester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Cologne to Chester take around 8 hours, covering a distance of approximately 718 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Cologne is scheduled to depart at around 06:09. The last departure is usually at around 21:42 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cologne at around 05:54, with the last train leaving at around 21:42. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 30 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$262.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Chester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Chester.
Is there a direct train from Cologne to Chester?
The journey between Cologne and Chester usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.
How long does it take to travel from Cologne to Chester?
The Cologne to Chester train travel takes about 8 hours, no matter when you leave.
What are the Cologne to Chester train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chester leaving Cologne at around 06:09 and the last train leaving at around 21:42 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cologne at around 05:54, with the final departure at 21:42.
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