The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) 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 Wrexham General (WRX) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chester station (CTR) for Wrexham General (WRX) 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 18 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 18 km
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45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:16 Chester station (CTR) | 0h17 | 06:33 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:24 Chester station (CTR) | 0h14 | 08:38 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:36 Chester station (CTR) | 0h14 | 16:50 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:35 Chester station (CTR) | 0h16 | 17:51 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX)
Trains from Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 14m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 04:26 |
Last train 18:17 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester station (CTR) and Wrexham General (WRX) 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 station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester station (CTR) to Wrexham General (WRX) 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 Wrexham General (WRX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chester station (CTR) and Wrexham General (WRX)
- 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 06:15 - 19:15 Saturday 06:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and 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 Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop in station car park
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