The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Sandbach
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Sandbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Sandbach will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Sandbach every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.


Live departures
Chester to Sandbach train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Sandbach trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:05 Chester | 1h00 | 08:05 Sandbach | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Sandbach
Trains from Chester to Sandbach run on average 4 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 57m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 22:52 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Sandbach trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Sandbach from £14. 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 Sandbach train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Sandbach 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 Sandbach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Sandbach
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:25 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, stepped footbridge to Manchester platform. Contact Customer Relations for advice about alternative accessible transport or the nearest fully step-free station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Buses to Middlewich, Winsford and Sandbach town centre (1 mile) from London Road junction with Station Road (100 yards). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of station
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