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Compare train and bus for Chester to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $13 compared to roughly $10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.42. The journey takes 42m versus 42m 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 Chester to Liverpool
How to get from Chester to Liverpool by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Chester to Liverpool is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Y6299412:49 PM0h46Chester station (CTR)1:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$91One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
Y6299412:49 PM0h46Chester station (CTR)1:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$91One-way0 transfers
Fastest
C035231:57 PM0h42Chester station (CTR)2:39 PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)$141One-way0 transfers
Other options
Y631282:49 PM0h46Chester station (CTR)3:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$91One-way0 transfers
Y631443:49 PM0h46Chester station (CTR)4:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$91One-way0 transfers
Y630314:49 PM0h46Chester station (CTR)5:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$91One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Chester to Liverpool
Travel to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chester to Liverpool.

- Around 12 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chester and Liverpool as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Chester station (CTR) and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
- Travel with Mersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail to go to Liverpool by train.
- 12 direct trains per day with Mersey Rail, Transport for Wales.
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