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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Widnes (WID)

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51

train journeys
per day

13

miles (22 kms)

1hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:42 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Widnes (WID)

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On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Widnes , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 51 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Widnes is approximately 13 miles (22 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 32 mins.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Widnes.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Widnes. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Widnes Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:42
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    06:43
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:52
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    06:58
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:55
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    07:23
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:22
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:52
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:05
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:00
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    08:23
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:23
    1 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:26
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:53
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:05
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:21
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:52
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:01
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:23
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:29
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:52
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:01
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:23
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:52
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:01
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    12:23
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:52
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:01
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    13:23
    Chester
    Widnes
    Chester to Widnes

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Widnes Station

Station name Widnes (WID)
Address Widnes station, Victoria Avenue, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7TJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:00 - 14:25
Tuesday 07:00 - 14:25
Wednesday 07:00 - 14:25
Thursday 07:00 - 14:25
Friday 07:00 - 14:25
Saturday 07:00 - 14:25
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Widnes

The travel time between Chester and Widnes by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Widnes vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 51 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Widnes can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Widnes. owever, there are 51 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Widnes.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chester and Widnes, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.