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Compare train and coach for Chester to Helsby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Helsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 12 km
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39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Helsby train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Helsby trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 17:52 Chester | 0h09 | 18:01 Helsby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Helsby
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Trains from Chester to Helsby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 9m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Chester to Helsby trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chester and Helsby 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: Chester to Helsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Helsby 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 Helsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Helsby
Most Chester to Helsby trains use the Chester to Helsby station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Helsby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Helsby 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 Helsby station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Helsby from Helsby city centre
Helsby train station facilities and services
Helsby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helsby.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsby: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsby: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to the platform from the car park. Platforms 2, 3 and 4 are only accessible via the footbridge, 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. Ticket machine is on Chester-bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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