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Hale to Chester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Hale to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £2.50, with average prices for this route around £2.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
08:39 Hale (Manchester)	09:39 Chester	1h, Direct	Find Tickets
09:39 Hale (Manchester)	10:39 Chester	1h, Direct	Find Tickets
10:40 Hale (Manchester)	11:39 Chester	59m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:39 Hale (Manchester)	12:37 Chester	58m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:39 Hale (Manchester)	13:37 Chester	58m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:39 Hale (Manchester)	14:38 Paris	59m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Hale to Chester train route details

First train

06:39

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Hale

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

52m

Distance

26 miles

Price

£2.50*

Train Operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Hale to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hale to Chester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Hale to Chester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hale to Chester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Hale to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hale to Chester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Hale to Chester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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