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Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Chester (CTR)

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22

train journeys
per day

30

miles (48 kms)

57 mins

fastest journey

00:17 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Eccles (Manchester) and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Eccles (Manchester) to Chester is approximately 30 miles (48 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 19 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Eccles (Manchester) and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eccles (Manchester) to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 57 mins.

Journeys from Eccles (Manchester) to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:17
    6 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    06:45
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:05
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    08:09
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    56 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    55 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    56 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:05
    56 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:05
    55 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    55 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:05
    56 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:05
    56 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:05
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:05
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    18:09
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:37
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    18:50
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    18:05
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    19:09
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:05
    56 mins 1 change
    20:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    20:05
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    21:09
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    21:07
    54 mins 1 change
    22:01
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    22:05
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    23:53
    Eccles (Manchester)
    Chester
    Eccles (Manchester) to Chester

About Eccles (Manchester) Station

Station name Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Address Eccles station, St Marys Road, Eccles, Greater Manchester, M30 0DN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 12:55
Saturday 07:25 - 13:55
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Eccles (Manchester) and Chester

The travel time between Eccles (Manchester) and Chester 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 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eccles (Manchester) and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

Amenities on trains between Eccles (Manchester) 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 Eccles (Manchester) & Chester. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Eccles (Manchester) and Chester.

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