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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Manchester Airport will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 6 trains that leave Chester for Manchester Airport on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G55650G55653
Y00627 · Y03166
W09174+Y00749G55840 · G56047+
C26573W09174+Y00749W09150+Y00808G55650G55653G55840 · G56047+C26573
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chester to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W09150+Y00808 | On time 8:32 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h20 | 9:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| G55650 | On time 8:52 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h23 | 10:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G55840 · G56047+C26573 | On time 8:56 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h48 | 10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| Y00627 · Y03166 | On time 8:56 AM Chester station (CTR) | 2h01 | 10:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W09174+Y00749 | On time 9:32 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h20 | 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| G55653 | On time 9:52 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h23 | 11:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Chester to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast from Chester to Manchester Airport trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Manchester Airport from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Manchester Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Manchester Airport
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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