G3850014:430h51Chester station (CTR)15:34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£51One-way0 changes
G3847115:410h53Chester station (CTR)16:34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£51One-way0 changes
G3847516:430h51Chester station (CTR)17:34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£51One-way0 changes
G3847917:431h00Chester station (CTR)18:43Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£51One-way0 changes
G384695:420h51Chester station (CTR)6:33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£71One-way0 changes
C0796312:310h38Chester station (CTR)13:09Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£101One-way0 changes
C079318:310h38Chester station (CTR)9:09Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£101One-way0 changes
C079359:010h38Chester station (CTR)9:39Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£101One-way0 changes
C0794710:310h38Chester station (CTR)11:09Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£101One-way0 changes
C0794310:010h38Chester station (CTR)10:39Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£101One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Chester to Liverpool
The cheapest option from Chester to Liverpool is train, with an average price of £8. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Chester to Liverpool among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 25 km
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1h 15m Average total duration Fastest option 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Mersey Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Mersey Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or Merseyrail to find the best option for your trip from Chester to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Liverpool
Typically, there are 12 trains per day from Chester to Liverpool, including 11 direct trains, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 38m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Lowest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 2:19 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail from Chester to Liverpool trainsMersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail trains will get you between Chester and Liverpool from £5. 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 Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Liverpool
Most Chester to Liverpool trains use the Chester to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Chester and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Liverpool 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.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. 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 Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. 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 Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
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