Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR)

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

57 m

Average duration

59 m

Trains per day

57

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

Of the 57 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Chester station (CTR) every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.

  • Northern RailG86133 · G89089
    20:571h05
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    22:02Chester station (CTR)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89845 · G85956
    21:431h54
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    23:37Chester station (CTR)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG86170 · G89084
    9:571h05
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    11:02Chester station (CTR)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG86181 · G89092
    11:571h04
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    13:01Chester station (CTR)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG86154 · G89102
    14:571h04
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    16:01Chester station (CTR)
    £81One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £25.

Distance: 52 km

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Live departures

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for WalesG38427
Delayed
22:50 23:46Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h00
0:46 Chester station (CTR)
0 changesdirect
Friday 19 June
Transport for WalesW453360:27 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
1:24 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34202+Transport for WalesW45111 · G384324:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h30
6:18 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG383865:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h59
6:47 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86131 · G890735:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h14
7:11 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89816+Transport for WalesG38866 · G386196:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
7:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG383906:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
7:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86149 · G890746:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h12
8:09 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89820+Transport for WalesG38868 · G386217:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h34
8:47 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG383947:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
8:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86159 · G890767:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h05
9:02 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89824+Transport for WalesG38870 · G386238:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
9:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG383998:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
9:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86165 · G890808:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h04
10:01 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89828+Transport for WalesG38873 · G386259:14 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h30
10:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG384039:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
10:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86170 · G890849:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h05
11:02 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89833+Transport for WalesG38874 · G3862710:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
11:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3840510:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h03
11:51 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86176 · G8908610:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h04
12:01 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89839+Transport for WalesG38877 · G3862911:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
12:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3840911:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
12:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86181 · G8909211:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h04
13:01 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89847+Transport for WalesG38878 · G3863112:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
13:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3841312:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
13:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86122 · G8909512:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h04
14:01 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89854+Transport for WalesG38880 · G3863513:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
14:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3841513:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
14:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86141 · G8909813:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h04
15:01 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89861+Transport for WalesG38882 · G3863714:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
15:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3841714:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
15:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86154 · G8910214:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h04
16:01 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89865+Transport for WalesG38885 · G3863915:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
16:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3838915:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
16:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38527 · G38886 · G3864115:51 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h53
17:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Northern RailG86163 · G8910515:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h12
17:09 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89817+Transport for WalesG38886 · G3864116:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
17:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3839316:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h01
17:49 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86167 · G8907516:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h12
18:09 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Transport for WalesG3839817:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h02
18:50 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38531 · G38892 · G3864517:51 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h53
19:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Northern RailG86173 · G8907817:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h12
19:09 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89825+Transport for WalesG38892 · G3864518:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
19:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3840118:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h02
19:50 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86178 · G8908218:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h05
20:02 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89830+Transport for WalesW44839 · G3864819:14 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h30
20:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3842119:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h00
20:48 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86182 · G8910019:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h12
21:09 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89834+Transport for WalesW44879 · G3865020:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
21:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Transport for WalesG3840720:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h03
21:51 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86133 · G8908920:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h05
22:02 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Northern RailG89841+Transport for WalesW44841 · G3865221:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h31
22:44 Chester station (CTR)2 changes
Northern RailG89845 · G8595621:43 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h54
23:37 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Transport for WalesG3841121:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h00
22:48 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38539+Northern RailG8595621:51 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h46
23:37 Chester station (CTR)1 change
Transport for WalesG3842422:49 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h03
23:52 Chester station (CTR)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89991 · G8596223:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h41
0:41 Chester station (CTR)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR)

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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 57m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
52 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
57m
First train
4:57
Last train
23:00
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Chester station (CTR) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
£10
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£4
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
31 a day

FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) is 52 km.
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) departs at 23:00.
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Chester station (CTR). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
To get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Chester offers scenic views, including stretches of picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and charming rural landscapes, making it a pleasant and visually appealing trip.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Chester is feasible. The journey takes 57m each way, and trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 52 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Chester station (CTR).

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Chester station (CTR)

Manchester
Chester
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your trip from Manchester to Chester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)

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