The cheapest and fastest trains from Leyland to Chester
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leyland to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leyland to Chester will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leyland for Chester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.




Live departures
Leyland to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Leyland to Chester trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:30 Leyland | 2h13 | 06:43 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:34 Leyland | 1h27 | 08:01 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leyland to Chester
Trains from Leyland to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 03:51 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Leyland to Chester trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Leyland and Chester from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leyland to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leyland to Chester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leyland and Chester
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - There are four platforms at Leyland, all of which have step free access via lifts 24 /7
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Preston will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside NSI House. Buses towards Bolton/Wigan North Western will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside La Corte restaurant.
- 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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