The average train between Clitheroe and Chester takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Clitheroe 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 hourly between Clitheroe and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clitheroe is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Clitheroe to Chester. However, there are services departing from Clitheroe station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Clitheroe to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Clitheroe station.
Clitheroe to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Clitheroe to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Clitheroe and Chester is 81.9 km. The road distance is 119 km.
You can take a train from Clitheroe to Chester via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 4m.