The average train between Rainford and Chester takes 1h 47m and the fastest train takes 1h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Rainford 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 every 2 hours between Rainford and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rainford is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 1h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rainford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Rainford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Rainford station and arriving at Chester station via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.
Rainford to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rainford station.
Rainford to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Rainford to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rainford and Chester is 35.3 km. The road distance is 59 km.
You can take a train from Rainford to Chester via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 1h 40m.