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Manchester Airport to Chester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Airport to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £4.10, with average prices for this route around £25.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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04:48
Manchester Airport
06:38
Chester
1h 50m, No directNorthernCrossCountryTransport for Wales
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05:25
Manchester Airport
06:51
Chester
1h 26m, DirectTransport for Wales
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05:32
Manchester Airport
07:11
Chester
1h 39m, No directNorthern
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05:51
Manchester Airport
07:20
Chester
1h 29m, No directNorthernTransport for Wales
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06:25
Manchester Airport
07:49
Chester
1h 24m, DirectTransport for Wales
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06:32
Manchester Airport
08:09
Paris
1h 37m, No directNorthern
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Manchester Airport to Chester train route details

First train
First train
04:48
Last train
Last train
23:46
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Chester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 12m
Distance
Distance
28 miles
Price
Price
£4.10*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Airport to Chester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Airport to Chester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Airport to Chester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Airport to Chester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Airport to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Airport to Chester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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%.