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Compare train for Bradford to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Bradford to Chester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€1. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Bradford to Chester
How to get from Bradford to Chester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bradford to Chester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

11:04 AM 1h56 Bradford 1:00 PM Chester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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11:04 AM 1h56 Bradford 1:00 PM Chester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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11:04 AM 1h56 Bradford 1:00 PM Chester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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8:04 AM 1h57 Bradford 10:01 AM Chester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:04 AM 1h57 Bradford 11:01 AM Chester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:04 AM 1h57 Bradford 12:01 PM Chester €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Bradford to Chester
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- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bradford and Chester as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bradford Interchange (BDI) and arrive in Chester station (CTR).
- Buses mostly depart from Bradford, Interchange Station and arrive in Liverpool, Liverpool One.
- Travel with Northern Rail, Transport for Wales to go to Chester by train.
- 5 direct trains per day with Northern Rail.
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