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Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chester trains

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The average train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Chester takes 1h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester Airport (MAN) 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.

1h 21m
Duration
50 mi
Distance
£20
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester Airport (MAN) is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:45 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 1h 20m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chester? 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.

Map of how to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 50.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Manchester Airport (MAN), England and Chester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Airport to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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