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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Chester
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
11S$
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
25S$
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
59 m
Trains on 28 Sept
18
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Chester will cost around 25S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 11S$.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 18 trains from Manchester to Chester, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G890809:06 AM0h55Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:01 AMChester station (CTR)11 S$1One-way0 changes- G890747:06 AM1h03Manchester Victoria (MCV)8:09 AMChester station (CTR)11 S$1One-way0 changes
- G890755:06 PM1h03Manchester Victoria (MCV)6:09 PMChester station (CTR)11 S$1One-way0 changes
- G890768:06 AM0h56Manchester Victoria (MCV)9:02 AMChester station (CTR)11 S$1One-way0 changes
- G859345:10 PM1h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:37 PMChester station (CTR)11 S$1One-way0 changes
- G890809:06 AM0h55Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:01 AMChester station (CTR)11 S$1One-way0 changes
- G890768:06 AM0h56Manchester Victoria (MCV)9:02 AMChester station (CTR)11 S$1One-way0 changes
G383998:48 AM1h01Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:49 AMChester station (CTR)22 S$1One-way0 changes- G383947:48 AM1h01Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)8:49 AMChester station (CTR)19 S$1One-way0 changes
- G383985:48 PM1h02Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)6:50 PMChester station (CTR)24 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Manchester to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Chester trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38936 · G38383 | On time 6:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h21 | 7:51 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
W43624+ C04455 | Delayed 6:31 PM 6:41 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h18 | 7:59 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W43624 | On time 7:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h59 | 7:59 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G85926 | On time 7:09 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h26 | 8:35 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W43816 | On time 8:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h58 | 8:58 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
W43657+ W84722 | Delayed 8:30 PM 8:12 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h45 | 9:57 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G38900 · G38385 | On time 8:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h25 | 9:55 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W43657 | On time 9:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h57 | 9:57 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G85935 | On time 9:01 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h30 | 10:31 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 28 September | |||||
| P24187 · G89074 | 6:32 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h37 | 8:09 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G89074 | 7:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h03 | 8:09 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G85889 | 7:08 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h29 | 8:37 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38394+W84646 | 7:11 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h38 | 8:49 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G38868 · G38621 | 7:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 8:47 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G38394 | 7:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h01 | 8:49 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89076 | 8:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h56 | 9:02 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G85894 | 8:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h27 | 9:37 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G86189+G38399 | 8:16 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h33 | 9:49 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G38870 · G38623 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h14 | 9:44 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C04439+G89080 | 8:41 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h20 | 10:01 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G38399 | 8:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h01 | 9:49 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89080 | 9:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h55 | 10:01 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89075 | 5:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h03 | 6:09 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G85934 | 5:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h27 | 6:37 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24201+G38398 | 5:17 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h33 | 6:50 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C21809+G89078 | 5:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h28 | 7:09 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G38398 | 5:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h02 | 6:50 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Chester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Chester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 5S$ if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 50m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price 5S$ |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Manchester to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Chester
Most Manchester to Chester trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Chester leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Chester station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: 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.
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