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Congleton to Chester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Congleton to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £2.00, with average prices for this route around £24.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
19:09 2h 28m, No direct Congleton	21:37 Chester		Find Tickets
19:24 1h 57m, No direct Congleton	21:21 Chester	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
20:09 2h 33m, No direct Congleton	22:42 Paris		Find Tickets

Congleton to Chester train route details

First train

06:39

Last train

20:09

Departure station

Congleton

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

1h 21m

Distance

30 miles

Price

£2.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Congleton to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Congleton 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Congleton 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 for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Congleton to Chester, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Congleton to Chester train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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