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Manchester Victoria to Chester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Victoria to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £2.00, with average prices for this route around £22.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Apr 25
Sat, Apr 26
From £3.60
Sun, Apr 27
From £3.60
Mon, Apr 28
From £3.15
Tue, Apr 29
From £2.00
Wed, Apr 30
From £2.00
Thu, May 1
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:20 Manchester Victoria	06:38 Chester	2h 18m, No direct	Find Tickets
04:51 Manchester Victoria	06:51 Chester	2h 0m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:30 Manchester Victoria	06:51 Chester	1h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:16 Manchester Victoria	07:11 Chester	55m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:23 Manchester Victoria	07:49 Chester	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:06 Manchester Victoria	08:09 Paris	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Victoria to Chester train route details

First train

04:20

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Manchester Victoria

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

54m

Distance

34 miles

Price

£2.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Victoria 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Manchester Victoria 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 Manchester Victoria 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 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 Victoria to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Victoria 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it 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%.

Trains from Manchester Victoria to Chester from £2.00*

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Manchester Victoria to Chester train prices and times

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