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Widnes to Chester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Widnes to Chester, starting from €10.73 and averaging €12.54. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 1m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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12:06
Widnes
13:27
Chester
1h 21m, No directEast Midlands RailwayMerseyrail
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12:23
Widnes
13:49
Chester
1h 26m, No directNorthernTransport for Wales
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12:29
Hough Green
13:34
Chester
1h 5m, No directNorthernTransport for Wales
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12:29
Hough Green
13:57
Chester
1h 28m, No directNorthernMerseyrail
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12:46
Hough Green
14:01
Chester
1h 15m, No directNorthern
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12:56
Hough Green
14:27
Paris
1h 31m, No directNorthernMerseyrail
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Widnes to Chester train route details

First train
First train
00:20
Last train
Last train
22:29
Departure station
Departure station
Widnes
Arrival station
Arrival station
Chester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 1m
Distance
Distance
23 km
Price
Price
€10.73*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Widnes to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Widnes 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 Widnes 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 Widnes 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 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 Widnes 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

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

Widnes to Chester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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%.