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Ely to Chester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ely to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 85.35, with average prices for this route around NZD 88.76. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:30 Ely	09:42 Chester	4h 12m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:12 Ely	10:42 Chester	4h 30m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:12 Ely	11:20 Chester	5h 8m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:12 Ely	11:42 Chester	4h 30m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:15 Ely	12:42 Chester	4h 27m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:15 Ely	13:21 Paris	5h 6m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Ely to Chester train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

21:17

Departure station

Ely

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

3h 27m

Distance

230 km

Price

NZD 85.35*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ely to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Ely 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 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 Ely 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%

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 Ely 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

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 Ely to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ely 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%.

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