The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Holmes Chapel
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Holmes Chapel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Holmes Chapel will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from Chester to Holmes Chapel without transferring at least once.
8:05 AM1h04Chester9:09 AMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
12:21 PM0h43Chester1:04 PMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
5:57 PM1h29Chester7:26 PMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
8:53 PM0h36Chester9:29 PMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
10:39 PM0h41Chester11:20 PMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
8:53 PM0h36Chester9:29 PMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
10:39 PM0h41Chester11:20 PMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
12:21 PM0h43Chester1:04 PMHolmes Chapel$231One-way1 transfer
10:14 AM0h51Chester11:05 AMHolmes Chapel$791One-way1 transfer
2:32 PM0h53Chester3:25 PMHolmes Chapel$791One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chester to Holmes Chapel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Holmes Chapel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Holmes Chapel take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 54m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (32m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around $29 (€23) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Chester to Holmes Chapel train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Holmes Chapel trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:56 AM Chester | 1h01 | 8:57 AM Holmes Chapel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Chester to Holmes Chapel.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Chester to Holmes Chapel.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Chester to Holmes Chapel.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Holmes Chapel
Trains from Chester to Holmes Chapel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Chester to Holmes Chapel trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Holmes Chapel from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Holmes Chapel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Holmes Chapel 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 Holmes Chapel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Holmes Chapel
Most Chester to Holmes Chapel trains use the Chester to Holmes Chapel station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Holmes Chapel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Holmes Chapel leave from?
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.
Which Holmes Chapel station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Holmes Chapel from Holmes Chapel city centre
Holmes Chapel train station facilities and services
Holmes Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Holmes Chapel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Holmes Chapel.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Holmes Chapel: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Holmes Chapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Holmes Chapel: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from station front to ticket office and Crewe platform. Step free access from road bridge via long sloping path to Manchester platform. Access from ticket office to Manchester platform via steps to road bridge or via station approach road, then over road bridge and down path, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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