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How to get fromOld Trafford to Chesterby tram, train, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Old Trafford to Chester by tram, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Tram, train via Piccadilly

    best
    1. Take the tram from Wharfside to Piccadillytram tram Replacement Bus
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain train Manchester Airport - Llandudno Junction / ...
    1h 54m
    £15–27

  2. Drive  36.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Old Trafford to Chestercar car 36.4 mi
    48 min
    £9–13

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Old Trafford to Chestertaxi taxi 36.4 mi
    48 min
    £90–110

  4. Tram, train

    1. Take the tram from Wharfside to Victoriatram tram Red Line
    2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain train Leeds - Chester / ...
    2h 13m
    £14–27

Old Trafford to Chester by foot, tram, and train

Calendar252Weekly Services
Duration1h 54mAverage Duration
Ticket£15Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 42.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Old Trafford, England and Chester, England?

There is no direct connection from Old Trafford to Chester. However, you can walk to Wharfside, take the vehicle to Piccadilly, walk to Manchester Piccadilly, then take the train to Chester. Alternatively, you can drive from Old Trafford to Chester in around 48 min.

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