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Trip Summary
There are usually 10 daily train trips available from Chester to Stockport. Traveling by train from Chester to Stockport usually takes one hour and 13 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in one hour and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 34 mi (55 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 3m |
| Lowest price | $6.97 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Chester to Stockport?
2 train services operate from Chester to Stockport. Northern Rail usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 7 | 1h 12m | $15.80 |
| Transport For Wales | 3 | 1h 18m | $26.56 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Transport for Wales is a trusted provider of passenger rail travel in Wales and the border region with England. Popular trips include Chester to Church Stretton, Caldicot to Cardiff Central station, and Manchester to London. Passengers onboard can enjoy complimentary WiFi and various options for onboard meals, from either a café car or at-seat trolley service for snacks, sodas, and hot drinks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Chester to Stockport tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Chester at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 scheduled trains on most days. 12 of these are direct connections to Stockport. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Stockport to Chester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main departure station: Mouldsworth Station
There are two stations in Chester where you can board the train to Stockport.
All train stations in Chester:
Mouldsworth Station
Chester Train Station
Where is the train station in Stockport?
Main arrival station: Stockport Train Station
Stockport receives travelers from Chester at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Stockport:
Stockport Train Station
Heaton Chapel Station
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