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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Handforth takes 1h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. There is an hourly train service from Chester to Handforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 16m
Duration
41 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Handforth train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Handforth. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Handforth at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 1h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 25m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 13m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 12m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 12m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 7m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Handforth? 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Handforth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 41.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Handforth, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Handforth via Crewe and Wilmslow in around 1h 16m.

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