The average train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Chester takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Ashton-under-Lyne and Chester. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Ashton-under-Lyne is at 11:38 PM which arrives into Chester at 1:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne station and arriving at Chester station via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Ashton-under-Lyne station.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester train tickets online with Metrolink, Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Chester is 62.2 km. The road distance is 73 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 55 min.
