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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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37

train journeys
per day

5

miles (9 kms)

0hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:42 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Ellesmere Port , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Ellesmere Port is approximately 5 miles (9 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 36 mins.

Merseyrail, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Ellesmere Port.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Ellesmere Port. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 30 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Chester to Ellesmere Port

Journeys from Chester to Ellesmere Port Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:42
    30 mins1 change
    06:12
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:57
    35 mins1 change
    06:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:27
    35 mins1 change
    07:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:57
    35 mins1 change
    07:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:27
    35 mins1 change
    08:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:57
    35 mins1 change
    08:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:27
    35 mins1 change
    09:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:57
    35 mins1 change
    09:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:27
    35 mins1 change
    10:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:57
    35 mins1 change
    10:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:27
    35 mins1 change
    11:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:57
    35 mins1 change
    11:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:27
    35 mins1 change
    12:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:57
    35 mins1 change
    12:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:27
    35 mins1 change
    13:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:57
    35 mins1 change
    13:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:27
    35 mins1 change
    14:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:57
    35 mins1 change
    14:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:27
    35 mins1 change
    15:02
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:57
    35 mins1 change
    15:32
    Chester
    Ellesmere Port
    Chester to Ellesmere Port

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
AddressChester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
AddressEllesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Ellesmere Port

The travel time between Chester and Ellesmere Port by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Ellesmere Port vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 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 Ellesmere Port 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 & Ellesmere Port. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Ellesmere Port.

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