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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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79

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

1hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 01:45

first / last train

37

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 79 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly , with 37 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 33 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 19 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:02
    55 mins Direct
    05:57
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:52
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    06:54
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    07:26
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    07:34
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:49
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    08:19
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    07:54
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:34
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 1 min Direct
    08:54
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    09:25
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    09:54
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:56
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    10:25
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:29
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:35
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    10:54
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    11:11
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:56
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    11:25
    Chester
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Chester to Manchester Piccadilly

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 Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 79 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

First class tickets on trains between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 37 direct services per day from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Manchester Piccadilly.

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