4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Wrexham
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Wrexham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Wrexham will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 3 trains that leave Chester for Wrexham on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 43 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 Chester to Wrexham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Wrexham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 17 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€6 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to Wrexham train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Wrexham trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:28 PM Chester | 0h27 | 5:55 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 9:20 AM Chester | 0h43 | 10:03 AM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:32 AM Chester | 0h32 | 11:04 AM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:35 PM Chester | 0h27 | 3:02 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Chester to Wrexham by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 21
Dec 22
Dec 23
Dec 24
Dec 25
Dec 26
Dec 27
Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Wrexham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Wrexham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 27m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Wrexham trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Wrexham from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Wrexham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Wrexham 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 Wrexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Chester, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Wrexham General, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Wrexham
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
- 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
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:15 Saturday 06:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and 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 Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop in station car park
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Island Green Shopping Park Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park.
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station in Retail Park (Argos)
Most popular train connections from Chester
More options for your journey from Chester to Wrexham
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Wrexham and Chester
Most popular train connections to Wrexham
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
