4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 59 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) 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 Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W84714+
W34178 · W3418818:111h56Sheffield station (SHF)20:07Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes- W84720+W34161 · W3406219:111h56Sheffield station (SHF)21:07Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
- W84656+
G384038:082h41Sheffield station (SHF)10:49Chester station (CTR)£431One-way1 change - W84656+W33888 · C013048:081h59Sheffield station (SHF)10:07Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
- G38873 · G38625+
C044448:442h00Sheffield station (SHF)10:44Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
- W84714+W34178 · W3418818:111h56Sheffield station (SHF)20:07Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
- W84720+W34161 · W3406219:111h56Sheffield station (SHF)21:07Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
- W84656+W33888 · C013048:081h59Sheffield station (SHF)10:07Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
- G38873 · G38625+C044448:442h00Sheffield station (SHF)10:44Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
- W44839 · G38648+C2180318:422h02Sheffield station (SHF)20:44Chester station (CTR)£431One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 96 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.69. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24367+ G85884 | 3:20 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h19 | 7:39 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84643+G38390 | 5:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h41 | 7:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84643+G38390 | 5:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h41 | 7:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84646+G85889 | 6:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h28 | 8:37 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84646+G38394 | 6:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h40 | 8:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C04436+G38868 · G38621 | 6:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h28 | 8:47 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C04436+G38394 | 6:19 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h30 | 8:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C04439+G38870 · G38623 | 7:29 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h15 | 9:44 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C04439+G38399 | 7:29 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h20 | 9:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84656+W33888 · C01304 | 8:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h59 | 10:07 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| W84656+G85900 | 8:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h29 | 10:37 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84656+G38403 | 8:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h41 | 10:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C04444+G38873 · G38625 | 8:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h00 | 10:44 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C04444+G38403 | 8:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h05 | 10:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C04444+G89084 | 8:44 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h17 | 11:01 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84661+G85902 | 9:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h28 | 11:39 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84661+W34090 · W34011 | 9:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h03 | 11:14 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C21804+G38874 · G38627 | 9:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h01 | 11:44 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C21804+G38405 | 9:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h08 | 11:51 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84667+W34095 · W34199 | 10:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h55 | 12:06 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| W84667+G85906 | 10:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h26 | 12:37 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C21812+G38877 · G38629 | 10:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h01 | 12:44 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C21812+G38409 | 10:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h06 | 12:49 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84673+G85910 | 11:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h26 | 13:37 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84673+W33975 · W34256 | 11:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h55 | 13:06 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C21590+G38878 · G38631 | 11:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h01 | 13:44 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| W84702+G85932 | 16:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h09 | 18:20 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84702+W34285 · W33906 | 16:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h55 | 18:06 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C21809+G38398 | 16:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h07 | 18:50 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84708+C01296 · W34276 | 17:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h55 | 19:06 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C21595+G38401 | 17:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h09 | 19:50 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C21595+G38892 · G38645 | 17:41 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h03 | 19:44 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| W84714+W34178 · W34188 | 18:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h56 | 20:07 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| W84714+G85947 | 18:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h27 | 20:38 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C21803+W44838 · G38648 | 18:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h02 | 20:44 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C21803+G38421 | 18:42 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h06 | 20:48 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| W84720+W34161 · W34062 | 19:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h56 | 21:07 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 17:42. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 7:08 |
Last train 17:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Chester station (CTR) from £26. 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 station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) 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 Sheffield station (SHF) and Chester station (CTR)
Most Sheffield station (SHF) to Chester station (CTR) trains use the Sheffield to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield station (SHF) and Chester station (CTR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
Most popular train connections from Sheffield station (SHF)
Most popular trains to and from Chester station (CTR) and Sheffield station (SHF)
Most popular train connections to Chester station (CTR)
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