The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Chester
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Chester will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Crewe for Chester on Mon, Dec 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 21 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Crewe to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Crewe to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Chester trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:35 PM Crewe | 0h20 | 4:55 PM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 1 | |||||
![]() | 6:22 AM Crewe | 0h21 | 6:43 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Crewe | 0h21 | 8:42 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Crewe to Chester by train or bus
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Why should you book Crewe to Chester trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Crewe to Chester. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Crewe to Chester.
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Crewe to Chester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Crewe to Chester.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Crewe to Chester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Crewe to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Chester
Trains from Crewe to Chester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Crewe to Chester trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Crewe and Chester from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Crewe to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe 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
Popular train stations from Crewe to Chester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
- Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
- 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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