The average train between Bolton and Chester takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton 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 hourly between Bolton and Chester. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Chester at 1:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Bolton to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Bolton to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Chester is 53.2 km. The road distance is 82 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Chester via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 45m.
