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Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port by train

First train

19:27

Last train

19:27

Departure station

Stansted Airport

Arrival station

Ellesmere Port

Journey time

From 11h 11m

Distance

164 miles (264 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail

Taking the train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port in 11 hours 11 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 11 hours 11 minutes to travel the 164 miles (264 km) from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail or CrossCountry to Ellesmere Port. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ellesmere Port by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Stansted Airport and Ellesmere Port by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port is 11 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port?

No, there are no direct train services from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port. Travelling from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port leave?

The first train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port leaves at 19:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port leave?

The last train from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port leaves at 19:27. 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 Stansted Airport and Ellesmere Port by train?

Trains travelling from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port cover a distance of around 164 miles (264 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Ellesmere Port to Stansted Airport.

Cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Ellesmere Port

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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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