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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent you need to make at least one change.
8:050h49Chester8:54Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change- 8:570h56Chester9:53Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
- 9:570h59Chester10:56Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
- 10:571h01Chester11:58Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
- 11:570h59Chester12:56Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
- 8:050h49Chester8:54Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
- 20:530h50Chester21:43Stoke-on-Trent£181One-way1 change
- 13:020h54Chester13:56Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
- 8:570h56Chester9:53Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
- 19:000h56Chester19:56Stoke-on-TrentFind prices1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 52 km
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£17 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chester to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 5:56 Chester | 1h01 | 6:57 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:32 Chester | 1h16 | 10:48 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:56 Chester | 1h01 | 10:57 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 1:20 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent trainsEast Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Stoke-on-Trent
Most Chester to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Chester to Stoke-on-Trent station pair, with some services arriving at Longport. Use this guide to compare Chester and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, 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: Yes.
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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