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Chester to Widnes train route details
First train
05:42
Last train
23:22
Journey time
57m
Distance
15 miles
Price
€11.12*
What are the next train times from Chester to Widnes?
Discover all upcoming Chester to Widnes services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:42 Chester | 06:39 Hough Green |   | Find Tickets |
05:42 Chester | 06:43 Widnes | | Find Tickets |
05:52 Chester | 06:58 Widnes | | Find Tickets |
05:54 Chester | 07:20 Hough Green |  | Find Tickets |
06:20 Chester | 07:52 Widnes | | Find Tickets |
06:37 Chester | 07:41 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Widnes from Chester this week
Fares from Chester to Widnes usually average around €11.12, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Widnes
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Chester to Widnes more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Chester and Widnes on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours
First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort
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