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

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40

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

04:39 / 23:41

first / last train

16

direct trains

6

operators run

7

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Victoria and Chester , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Victoria to Chester is approximately 33 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 23 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Victoria to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Victoria to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:39
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    06:45
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    06:51
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:16
    55 mins Direct
    07:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:06
    1 hrs 3 mins Direct
    08:09
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:51
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:06
    55 mins Direct
    09:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:50
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:06
    55 mins Direct
    10:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    10:50
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:06
    55 mins Direct
    11:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:06
    55 mins Direct
    12:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    54 mins Direct
    13:00
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    13:50
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:06
    55 mins Direct
    14:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:39
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:50
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:06
    55 mins Direct
    15:01
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:21
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    15:50
    Manchester Victoria
    Chester
    Manchester Victoria to Chester

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

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 Manchester Victoria and Chester

The travel time between Manchester Victoria and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Victoria and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Victoria and Chester 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 Manchester Victoria to Chester

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

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