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Trip Summary
There are usually 12 daily train trips available from Stockport to Chester. Traveling by train from Stockport to Chester usually takes one hour and 16 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in one hour and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 34 mi (55 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 5m |
| Lowest price | $18.05 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Stockport to Chester?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Stockport to Chester. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 12 | 1h 16m | $19.15 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Stockport to Chester tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. 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 Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Stockport at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 12 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Chester. 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 Chester to Stockport.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Stockport?
Main departure station: Heaton Chapel Station
There are two stations in Stockport where you can board the train to Chester.
All train stations in Stockport:
Heaton Chapel Station
Stockport Train Station
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main arrival station: Mouldsworth Station
Chester has one train station.
All train stations in Chester:
Mouldsworth Station
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