The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Warrington
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Warrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Warrington will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Warrington on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 26 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.
8:42 AM0h26Chester9:08 AMWarrington$111One-way0 transfers
8:42 AM0h26Chester9:08 AMWarrington$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chester to Warrington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Warrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chester to Warrington:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chester to Warrington costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Warrington take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
The journey is about 14m faster (26m by train vs 40m by car) and roughly $1 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $9 (€7)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Chester to Warrington train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Warrington trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:42 AM Chester | 0h26 | 9:08 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Warrington
Trains from Chester to Warrington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:52, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 12:52 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Chester to Warrington trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chester and Warrington from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Warrington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Warrington 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 Warrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Warrington
Most Chester to Warrington trains use the Chester to Warrington Bank Quay station pair, with some services arriving at Warrington Central. Use this guide to compare Chester and Warrington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Warrington 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 Warrington station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Warrington Bank Quay from Warrington city centre
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay train station facilities and services
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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.
Getting to Warrington Central from Warrington city centre
Warrington Central train station facilities and services
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Warrington Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, 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, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Padgate from Warrington city centre
Padgate is 2 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Padgate train station facilities and services
Padgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Padgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Padgate: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Padgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Padgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp, 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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