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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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39

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

50 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 01:45

first / last train

16

direct trains

4

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Manchester Victoria , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Manchester Victoria 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 Victoria.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 50 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:02
    55 mins 1 change
    05:57
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    56 mins Direct
    07:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    07:59
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    55 mins Direct
    08:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    57 mins Direct
    09:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:29
    50 mins Direct
    10:19
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:28
    50 mins Direct
    11:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:15
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:28
    50 mins Direct
    12:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:28
    50 mins Direct
    13:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:28
    50 mins Direct
    14:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:28
    50 mins Direct
    15:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:28
    50 mins Direct
    16:18
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester to Manchester Victoria

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 Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Chester and Manchester Victoria 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 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 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 Victoria typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Chester to Manchester Victoria

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

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