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Trains from Widnes (WID) to Chester (CTR)

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27

train journeys
per day

13

miles (22 kms)

1hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

06:43 / 23:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Widnes (WID) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Widnes and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Widnes to Chester is approximately 13 miles (22 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 30 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Widnes and Chester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Widnes to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Widnes to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:43
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:39
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:51
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:39
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    09:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    08:52
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    12:52
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:40
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    14:52
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:41
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:50
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:39
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:50
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    18:09
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:39
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:50
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:52
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Widnes
    Chester
    Widnes to Chester

About Widnes Station

Station name Widnes (WID)
Address Widnes station, Victoria Avenue, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7TJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:00 - 14:25
Tuesday 07:00 - 14:25
Wednesday 07:00 - 14:25
Thursday 07:00 - 14:25
Friday 07:00 - 14:25
Saturday 07:00 - 14:25
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 Widnes and Chester

The travel time between Widnes and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Widnes and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:05.

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Amenities on trains between Widnes 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 Widnes & Chester. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Widnes and Chester.

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