How much does a train ticket from Chester to Manchester cost?

The average train ticket price from Chester to Manchester is $26. The best way to find train tickets from Chester to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Chester to Manchester?

A train trip between Chester and Manchester is around 1h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 34 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Chester and Manchester?

The number of trains from Chester to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Chester to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Robinsons Brewery Visitor Centre, Manchester City Football Club, National Football Museum, Coronation Street The Tour, Chinatown.

Trains from Chester to Manchester | Transport for Wales, Northern, Avanti West Coast

TodayMay 5

from $25

TomorrowMay 6

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 5 at 7:52am
Departure city: Chester
Departure location: Chester
Arrival time: May 5 at 10:05am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Victoria
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 13m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 5 at 7:56am
Departure city: Chester
Departure location: Chester
Arrival time: May 5 at 9:13am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: Transport for Wales
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 17m
Departure time: May 5 at 6:56am
Departure city: Chester
Departure location: Chester
Arrival time: May 5 at 8:16am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: Transport for Wales
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 20m
Departure time: May 5 at 7:52am
Departure city: Chester
Departure location: Chester
Arrival time: May 5 at 10:05am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Victoria
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 13m
Departure time: May 5 at 6:56am
Departure city: Chester
Departure location: Chester
Arrival time: May 5 at 8:16am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: Transport for Wales
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 20m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chester to Manchester.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Train	Average Price$9 - $53	Average Duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Chester to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chester to Manchester: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$26

Average train trip duration1h 17m

Number of daily trains15

Earliest train departure6:56am

Distance33 miles (52 km)

Latest train departure11:22pm

Train Companies

Transport for Wales

3/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Northern

4/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.8

Avanti West Coast

4/540 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.1

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Chester to Manchester Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/03

$11

05/04

$25

Today

$25

05/06

$11

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05/09

$9

05/10

$9

The cheapest trip from Chester to Manchester was searched and found on May 10, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chester to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $50 for a train ticket from Chester to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-05-10.

Usually RDG_TRANSPORT_FOR_WALES will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Manchester, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Chester and Manchester, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Chester to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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