The average train between Chester and Clitheroe takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Clitheroe. 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 Clitheroe. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Clitheroe at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Clitheroe station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Chester to Clitheroe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Clitheroe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Clitheroe station.
Book your Chester to Clitheroe train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Clitheroe is 81.9 km. The road distance is 119 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Clitheroe via Manchester Victoria in around 2h 59m.