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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Salford Central (SFD)

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35

train journeys
per day

32

miles (52 kms)

1hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Salford Central (SFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Salford Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Salford Central is approximately 32 miles (52 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 29 mins.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Salford Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Salford Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Salford Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:02
    1 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    06:10
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    07:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:22
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    07:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    08:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:21
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:29
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    13:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    14:31
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    15:30
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Chester
    Salford Central
    Chester to Salford Central

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 Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Salford Central

The travel time between Chester and Salford Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Salford Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

Amenities on trains between Chester and Salford Central 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 & Salford Central. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Salford Central.

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