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Chester to Handforth trains

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The average train between Chester and Handforth takes 1h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. There is an hourly train service from Chester to Handforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 16m
Duration
41 mi
Distance
£17
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Chester to Crewetrain train Wrexham General - Crewe / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Wilmslowtrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 17m
£14–24

Chester to Handforth train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Handforth. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Handforth at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 1h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 13m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 47m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 23m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 12m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 12m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Handforth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 41.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Handforth, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Handforth via Crewe and Wilmslow in around 1h 17m.

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