The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR)
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Chester station (CTR) on Thu, Feb 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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 Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€13 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) trains for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:32 AM Manchester Airport | 2h07 | 9:39 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Manchester Airport | 1h26 | 9:50 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) by train or bus
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) trains with Omio?
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 first_transpennine_express, Transport for Wales or Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of first_transpennine_express, Transport for Wales or Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€4) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Chester station (CTR) from $6 (€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 (3)
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR) 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 station (CTR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Chester station (CTR)
- 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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