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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Elstree & Borehamwood to Chester for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Elstree & Borehamwood
- Departure station
- Elstree & Borehamwood station guide
- Address
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- Station Road, WD6 1ND
Operators serving Elstree & Borehamwood
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at Elstree & Borehamwood
- Ticket Office
- Toilets
Parking & meeting your train
- £6/day
Explore the area around Elstree & Borehamwood
- Elstree Studios
About your departure station
Elstree & Borehamwood station (1868) was originally named Elstree until 1950.
The station was rebuilt in 1960 to serve the growing new town.
Today it handles over 2 million annual passengers with Thameslink services.
The station gained prominence due to nearby film studios.
Recent upgrades improved accessibility and retail offerings.
Elstree & Borehamwood remains vital for commuters and film industry professionals.
Future plans include better integration with local bus services and improved pedestrian access to support the areas continued growth as a major center for television and film production.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Elstree & Borehamwood to Chester?
Open the ticket search and enter Elstree & Borehamwood as your departure station and Chester as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Elstree & Borehamwood and Chester?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
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