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Trains from Wigan Stations to Chester (CTR)

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34

train journeys
per day

26

miles (42 kms)

41 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Wigan Stations to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Wigan Stations and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Wigan Stations to Chester is approximately 26 miles (42 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 15 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Wigan Stations and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Wigan North Western to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 41 mins.

Journeys from Wigan Stations to Chester Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:46
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    06:51
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:12
    59 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:08
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:09
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    08:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:14
    47 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    09:14
    47 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    09:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    10:14
    47 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    11:13
    48 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    11:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    12:14
    46 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    12:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    13:14
    47 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    13:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    14:14
    47 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    14:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    15:14
    47 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    15:31
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester
  • Mon 13th May
    16:14
    55 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Wigan North Western
    Chester
    Wigan North Western to Chester

About Wigan Stations Station

Station name Wigan Stations (173)
Address Warrington Bank Quay station, Parker Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA1 1LW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:00
Saturday 05:45 - 19:00
Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Wigan Stations and Chester

The travel time between Wigan Stations and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Wigan Stations and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Wigan Stations & Chester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Wigan Stations and Chester.

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