The average train between Bidston and Chester takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Bidston to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Bidston and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bidston is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Chester at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bidston to Chester. However, there are services departing from Bidston station and arriving at Chester station via Liverpool James Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.
Bidston to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Birkenhead North station.
Bidston to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Bidston to Chester train tickets online with Merseyrail.
The distance between Bidston and Chester is 26.3 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a train from Birkenhead North to Chester via Liverpool James Street in around 55 min.