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Chester to Nelson trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Nelson takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Nelson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 19m
Duration
71 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain train
  3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain train
3h
£26–48

Chester to Nelson train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Nelson at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Chester to Nelson.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 71.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Nelson via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston in around 3h.

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