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Deva Roman Experience
Interactive museum exploring Roman Chester with artefacts, reconstructions and family-friendly displays that bring Deva’s military past to life.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
58
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Chester will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 58 trains that leave Liverpool for Chester every day 58 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 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.
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C07997Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 25 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Chester trains for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00547 | On time 22:17 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 22:56 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 17 August | |||||
C07915 | 6:12 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h43 | 6:55 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38329 | 6:46 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 7:33 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07917 | 6:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 7:26 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07919 | 7:17 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 7:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38331 | 7:44 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 8:32 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07921 | 7:47 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 8:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07923 | 7:59 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0h41 | 8:40 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07924 | 8:17 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 8:58 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07926 | 8:24 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h43 | 9:07 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07927 | 8:39 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h43 | 9:22 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38333 | 8:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 9:34 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07929 | 8:54 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h42 | 9:36 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07931 | 9:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 9:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07933 | 9:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 10:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07935 | 9:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 10:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38335 | 9:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 10:33 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07937 | 10:00 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0h41 | 10:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07939 | 10:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 10:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07941 | 10:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 11:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07943 | 10:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 11:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38337 | 10:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 11:32 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07945 | 11:02 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 11:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07953 | 12:00 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0h41 | 12:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07955 | 12:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 12:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07957 | 12:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 13:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07959 | 12:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 13:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38341 | 12:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 13:32 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07961 | 13:02 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 13:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07963 | 13:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 13:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07965 | 13:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 14:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07967 | 13:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 14:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38343 | 13:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 14:32 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07969 | 14:00 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0h41 | 14:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07971 | 14:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 14:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07973 | 14:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 15:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07975 | 14:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 15:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38345 | 14:48 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h44 | 15:32 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07977 | 15:02 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 15:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07979 | 15:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 15:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07981 | 15:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 16:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07983 | 15:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 16:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38347 | 15:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 16:32 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07985 | 16:00 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0h41 | 16:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07987 | 16:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 16:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07989 | 16:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 17:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07991 | 16:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 17:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38349 | 16:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 17:33 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07993 | 17:02 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 17:42 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07995 | 17:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 17:57 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07997 | 17:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 18:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C07999 | 17:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h41 | 18:27 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38354 | 17:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 18:33 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C08001 | 18:00 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0h41 | 18:41 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C08003 | 18:16 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 18:56 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C08005 | 18:32 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h39 | 19:11 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C08007 | 18:46 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 19:26 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G38358 | 18:48 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h44 | 19:32 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C08009 | 19:02 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h40 | 19:42 Chester station (CTR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Liverpool to Chester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 39m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 2:19 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Discover the best of Chester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chester trip today.
Interactive museum exploring Roman Chester with artefacts, reconstructions and family-friendly displays that bring Deva’s military past to life.
Museum in a former mill on the River Dee, covering Chester’s social history, period rooms and local stories from Roman times onward.
Museum inside Chester Castle tracing regional regiments through uniforms, medals and campaigns in a compact but informative setting.
Chester’s two-level covered walkways lined with historic shopfronts, ideal for browsing architecture and experiencing the city’s character.
Pleasant riverside promenade beside the Dee, popular for walks, boat views and access to bridges, green spaces and the old city centre.
Victorian park near the river with broad lawns, mature trees, bandstand and a peaceful setting for a break from the busy city centre.
A crumbly local cheese from Cheshire, often served on bread or in recipes. It is one of England’s oldest recorded cheeses and closely tied to the county.
A traditional fruit loaf linked with nearby Cheshire and the North West, made with dried fruit and spice, often sliced and buttered for tea.
A historic English pudding of suet pastry filled with meat and onion. It is a hearty regional comfort dish long found in Cheshire pubs and homes.
Elegant restaurant focused on modern British cooking and tasting menus. A refined choice for a special meal in central Chester.
Long-established local favourite for hearty breakfasts, lunches and baked goods. Relaxed café atmosphere in the centre of Chester.
Well-known riverside and city-centre restaurant serving modern British food with steaks, grills and cocktails in a stylish but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, but tourist areas can feel pricey. Buses are reasonable, while central stays cost more in peak season.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or tip about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated for table service.
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Chester Railway Station -> Chester Bus Interchange, Chester
Whether you are transferring to a London bound service or visiting the city itself, getting from Liverpool to Chester is simple. Trains leave four times an hour from Liverpool Lime Street, starting early in the morning and finishing late at night.
Trains between Liverpool and Chester are operated by MerrseyRail.
It generally takes around an hour to travel by train to Chester from Liverpool. A single change will be needed at Birkenhead Central.
Beginning at 5:41 am, trains then depart for Chester four times an hour from Liverpool Lime Street. The last train is at 11:48 pm.
MerseyRail services to Chester are basic commuter trains, so don't expect buffet cars and other facilities. However, there are two bike spaces on every train, wheelchairs are accommodated and animals can also be taken on board if required.
Departure Station: Trains to Chester depart from Liverpool Lime Street. Lime Street is Liverpool's major station and is centrally located, a few hundred metres from the major shopping areas. If you are coming from outer suburbs, the best option is to take MerseyRail services to Liverpool Central, then to walk up Ranelagh Street and Copperas Hill to Lime Street station. Buses also run from the docks, the University and areas like the Georgian Quarter to a stop right outside the main station entrance.
Arrival Station: Trains from Liverpool to Chester all arrive at Chester Station. The station itself is a little way outside Chester's historic centre. If you intend to see the walls and the Rows, walk up Station Road and turn left down Brook Street. Cross the canal, and you're in the ancient city centre. If you are heading to the racecourse, you can walk through the centre of town or take a shuttle bus which operates only on race days.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

Most Liverpool to Chester trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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” All platforms can be accessed via lift, 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: No.
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Chester.
ATMs are available at Chester.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
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