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Trip Overview

The average train between Nelson and Chester takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson 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.

3h 10m
Duration
71 mi
Distance
£28
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain train
  2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain train
2h 42m
£23–42

Nelson to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Nelson and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Chester at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 34m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Nelson 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 Nelson to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 71.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Nelson to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 42m.

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