The average train between Chester and Burscough takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Burscough. 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 hourly between Chester and Burscough. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Burscough at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Burscough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Burscough. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Burscough station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.
Chester to Burscough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Burscough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burscough Bridge station.
Book your Chester to Burscough train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Burscough is 44.9 km. The road distance is 63 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Burscough Bridge via Warrington Bank Quay, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 41m.