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Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) by train

First train

03:55

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Chester

Arrival station

Adlington (Lancashire)

Journey time

From 1h 34m

Distance

31 miles (50 km)

Frequency

24 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) by train

Looking to travel from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 2 hours 56 minutes to travel from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 34 minutes though. You'll usually find 24 trains per day running along the 31 miles (50 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Adlington (Lancashire), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to get to Adlington (Lancashire). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) take?

The average journey time by train between Chester and Adlington (Lancashire) is 2 hours and 56 minutes, with around 24 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Chester and Adlington (Lancashire) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) is 1 hour and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire)?

No, there are no direct train services from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire). Travelling from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) leave?

The first train from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) leaves at 03:55. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) leave?

The last train from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) leaves at 23:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Chester and Adlington (Lancashire) by train?

Trains travelling from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire) cover a distance of around 31 miles (50 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Chester to Adlington (Lancashire)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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