4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Manchester
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Manchester will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 19 trains that leave Chester for Manchester on Sun, Aug 16, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 57 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.
L890495:03 PM1h29Chester station (CTR)6:32 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€21One-way0 transfers- L890393:03 PM1h29Chester station (CTR)4:32 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€21One-way0 transfers
- C324809:03 AM1h24Chester station (CTR)10:27 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€71One-way0 transfers
- L8903012:59 PM1h33Chester station (CTR)2:32 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€71One-way0 transfers
W436775:36 PM0h57Chester station (CTR)6:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€111One-way0 transfers
- G385109:39 AM0h56Chester station (CTR)10:35 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€181One-way0 transfers
- G385224:36 PM0h57Chester station (CTR)5:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€121One-way0 transfers
- W437328:42 AM0h57Chester station (CTR)9:39 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€181One-way0 transfers
- W436775:36 PM0h57Chester station (CTR)6:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€111One-way0 transfers
- W436283:36 PM0h57Chester station (CTR)4:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chester to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Manchester trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89109 | On time 6:20 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0h58 | 7:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W33730 · W33712 | On time 6:27 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h16 | 7:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| L89019 | On time 6:48 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h31 | 8:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38511 | On time 6:52 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0h58 | 7:50 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38511 | On time 6:52 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h02 | 7:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38686 · G38944 | On time 6:58 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h16 | 8:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| L89043 | On time 10:56 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h29 | 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38695 · G38971 | On time 10:58 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h15 | 12:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89120 | On time 11:26 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0h52 | 12:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33421 · W33532 | On time 11:32 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h12 | 12:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G38521 | On time 11:52 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0h58 | 12:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89048 | On time 11:56 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h29 | 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38697 · G38952 | On time 11:58 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h15 | 1:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89122 | On time 12:26 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h52 | 1:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33692 · W33724 | On time 12:32 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h12 | 1:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G38524 | On time 12:52 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h58 | 1:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89054 | On time 12:56 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h29 | 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38699 · G38979 | On time 12:58 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h15 | 2:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89124 | On time 1:25 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h53 | 2:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33715 · W33679 | On time 1:32 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h12 | 2:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G38526 | On time 1:52 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h58 | 2:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38526 | On time 1:52 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h02 | 2:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89011 | On time 1:56 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h29 | 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38701 · G38954 | On time 1:58 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h15 | 3:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89128 | On time 2:26 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h52 | 3:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89138 | On time 6:23 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h55 | 7:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38536 | On time 6:52 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h58 | 7:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89035 | On time 6:56 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h29 | 8:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38713 · G39003 | On time 6:58 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h15 | 8:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89141 | On time 7:25 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h53 | 8:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38538 | On time 7:52 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h58 | 8:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38542 | On time 9:52 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h57 | 10:49 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89051 | On time 9:56 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h29 | 11:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38722 · Y62762 | On time 9:59 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h44 | 11:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| L89056 | On time 10:53 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h28 | 12:21 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38543 | On time 11:23 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0h57 | 12:20 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Manchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 51m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Chester to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chester and Manchester from €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 Chester to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Manchester
Most Chester to Manchester trains use the Chester to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Chester and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Manchester 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 Manchester station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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