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Eccles to Chester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Eccles to Chester, starting from €19.59 and averaging €19.59. The entire journey takes no more than 51m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:08 1h 3m, Changes required Patricroft	07:11 Chester	Find Tickets
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08:14 1h 36m, Changes required Patricroft	09:50 Chester	Find Tickets
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Eccles to Chester Train Route Details

First train

00:16

Last train

22:08

Departure station

Eccles

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

51m

Distance

49 km

Price

€19.59*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Eccles to Chester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Eccles to Chester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Eccles to Chester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Eccles to Chester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Eccles to Chester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Eccles to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Eccles to Chester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Eccles to Chester Train prices and times

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