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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool James Street (LVJ) for Chester station (CTR) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 24 km
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1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:17 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 06:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 08:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:02 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 10:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR)
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Trains from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 15:16. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 39m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 15:16 |
Train companies: Merseyrail from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) trainsMerseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool James Street (LVJ) and Chester station (CTR) 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: Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Chester station (CTR) 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 Chester station (CTR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool James Street (LVJ) and Chester station (CTR)
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
- 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
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