Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£16

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

1 h 2 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

1 h 2 m

Trains on 15 Sept

88

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Tue 15 Sept, we found 88 trains from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 35 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.

  • Northern RailL89029
    7:561h29
    Chester station (CTR)
    9:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL89048
    11:561h29
    Chester station (CTR)
    13:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL89054
    12:561h29
    Chester station (CTR)
    14:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL89011
    13:561h29
    Chester station (CTR)
    15:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL89016
    14:561h29
    Chester station (CTR)
    16:25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £18.

Distance: 53 km

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Coach
Driving

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£18

Average Price

£11

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

2h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 1m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is a train with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):

A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £18.

The fastest way to travel from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train with an average journey time of 58m.

Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chester station (CTR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3m faster (58m by train vs 1h 1m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£8 vs £11). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89113+East Midlands RailwayC04350
On time
8:20 Chester station (CTR)
1h21
9:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW34089 · W34147
On time
8:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
9:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesG385148:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL890348:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38690 · G38945
On time
8:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
10:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89116+East Midlands RailwayC04354
On time
9:27 Chester station (CTR)
1h14
10:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW34249 · W342739:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG385169:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
10:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL890389:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
11:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38692 · G38947
On time
9:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
11:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89118+East Midlands RailwayC04357
On time
10:26 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
11:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW33897 · W3418510:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG3851810:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
11:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8904310:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
12:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38694 · G3896710:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89120+East Midlands RailwayC04359
On time
11:26 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
12:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW33965 · W34040
On time
11:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesG3852011:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8904811:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
13:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38696 · G38949
On time
11:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89122+East Midlands RailwayC04363
On time
12:26 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
13:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW33934 · W33931
On time
12:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesG3852312:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
13:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8905412:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
14:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38698 · G3897512:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
14:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89124+East Midlands RailwayC04365
On time
13:25 Chester station (CTR)
1h16
14:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW34217 · W3417913:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
14:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG3852513:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89011
On time
13:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
15:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38700 · G38953
On time
13:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89127+East Midlands RailwayC0436814:26 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
15:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34281 · W33954
On time
14:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
15:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesG3852714:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
15:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89016
On time
14:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
16:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38702 · G38983
On time
14:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89130+East Midlands RailwayC0437215:26 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
16:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34197 · W33926
On time
15:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
16:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesG3852915:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h07
16:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8902115:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h30
17:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38704 · G38955
On time
15:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89133+East Midlands RailwayC21806
On time
16:27 Chester station (CTR)
1h14
17:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW34140 · W33963
On time
16:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h12
17:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesG3853116:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
17:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8902616:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
18:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38708 · G38991
On time
16:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h16
18:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89136+East Midlands RailwayC2158117:23 Chester station (CTR)
1h18
18:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34272 · W3387317:31 Chester station (CTR)
1h13
18:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG3853317:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
18:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8903117:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
19:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38710 · G38957
On time
17:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
19:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89138+East Midlands RailwayC0438018:23 Chester station (CTR)
1h18
19:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89138+Transpennine ExpressC0319218:23 Chester station (CTR)
1h26
19:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG3853518:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
19:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8903518:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
20:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38712 · G38999
On time
18:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
20:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89140+East Midlands RailwayC0438219:25 Chester station (CTR)
1h16
20:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89140+Transpennine ExpressG1602219:25 Chester station (CTR)
1h24
20:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG3853719:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
20:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8904019:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
21:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38714 · G38959
On time
19:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW33966 · W34129
On time
20:37 Chester station (CTR)
1h07
21:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesG3853920:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
21:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL8904420:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h31
22:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38719 · G39004
On time
20:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h23
22:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Avanti West CoastW34037 · W33967
On time
21:34 Chester station (CTR)
1h11
22:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailL8905021:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h28
23:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38721 · Y62764
On time
21:59 Chester station (CTR)
1h38
23:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailL8905522:53 Chester station (CTR)
1h35
0:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38673+Northern RailG90053
On time
23:08 Chester station (CTR)
2h19
1:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Transport for WalesY61712+Northern RailP2386123:22 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
0:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG385054:55 Chester station (CTR)
1h04
5:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38656+Northern RailL890594:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h42
6:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG38659+Avanti West CoastW342225:27 Chester station (CTR)
1h16
6:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG385065:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
6:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL890095:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h30
7:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38682+Northern RailL890665:59 Chester station (CTR)
1h41
7:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89109+East Midlands RailwayC043446:20 Chester station (CTR)
1h21
7:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89109 · G899266:20 Chester station (CTR)
1h42
8:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34251 · W339816:24 Chester station (CTR)
1h19
7:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailL890196:48 Chester station (CTR)
1h31
8:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG385086:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
7:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38685 · G389436:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
8:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89110+East Midlands RailwayC043477:21 Chester station (CTR)
1h20
8:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34252 · W342047:32 Chester station (CTR)
1h13
8:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transport for WalesG385127:52 Chester station (CTR)
1h02
8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL890297:56 Chester station (CTR)
1h29
9:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38688 · Y627307:58 Chester station (CTR)
1h15
9:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change

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Why should you book Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?

Transport for Wales as well as Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express and more offer trains services from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)?

The best time to book your train from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 34 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 1m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
53 km
Average train duration
58m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
34
Direct trains
15
Fastest train
1h 1m
First train
4:56
Last train
22:22
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
84 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chester station (CTR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£10
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£112
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Avanti West Coast

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 34 per day.
The train distance from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 53 km.
The first train from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:56.
The last train from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 22:22.
Trains from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 34 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, there is a direct train between Chester station (CTR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). The service operates 15 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly offers scenic views of the English countryside, with glimpses of rural landscapes, charming villages, and stretches of lush greenery, particularly as the train travels through the Cheshire region.
Yes, a day trip from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible. The journey takes 1h 1m and covers 53 km. Trains run every 15 minutes, making it convenient for a day trip.
Yes, you can take the train from Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Chester station (CTR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Chester station (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Chester to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester station (CTR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Chester
Arrival train stations in Manchester
ChesterChester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS+44 3450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Chester from Chester city centre

Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus100, 16 · 4m · £4 · every ~2 min

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.

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