The average train between Failsworth and Chester takes 1h 37m and the fastest train takes 1h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Failsworth 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 Failsworth and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Failsworth is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Victoria and take an average of 1h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Failsworth to Chester. However, there are services departing from Failsworth station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.
Failsworth to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Failsworth to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Chester station.
The distance between Failsworth and Chester is 59.5 km. The road distance is 69 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 55 min.