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Compare train and bus for Chester to Aintree
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Aintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 33 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€11 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Aintree
Trains from Chester to Aintree run on average 4 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail from Chester to Aintree trainsMersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail trains will get you between Chester and Aintree from €8. 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 Chester to Aintree
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Aintree 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 Aintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Aintree
Most Chester to Aintree trains use the Chester to Aintree station pair, with some services arriving at Old Roan. Use this guide to compare Chester and Aintree train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Aintree 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 Aintree station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Aintree from Aintree city centre
Aintree is 1 km from Aintree city centre. Public transport options include:
Aintree train station facilities and services
Aintree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aintree. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Aintree: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aintree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aintree: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform." Access to the Ormskirk bound platform is via a ramped overbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Old Roan from Aintree city centre
Old Roan train station facilities and services
Old Roan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Old Roan.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Roan. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Old Roan: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Roan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Roan: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: "This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform" Car park and ticket office are step free. Platforms can also be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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