4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Chester
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Chester will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield for Chester 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 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
6:192h30Sheffield8:49Chester£221One-way0 changes
7:082h29Sheffield9:37Chester£261One-way0 changes- 8:082h29Sheffield10:37Chester£421One-way0 changes
- 8:082h29Sheffield10:37Chester£421One-way0 changes
- 7:082h29Sheffield9:37Chester£261One-way0 changes
- 6:192h30Sheffield8:49Chester£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£36 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Chester trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:19 Sheffield | 2h22 | 7:41 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:19 Sheffield | 2h30 | 8:49 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Sheffield to Chester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Chester.
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Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Chester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Chester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Chester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:19, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 3:19 |
Last train 22:52 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Chester trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Chester from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Chester
Most Sheffield to Chester trains use the Sheffield to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Chester leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield 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
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Chester station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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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