The average train between Gatley and Chester takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Gatley 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 Gatley and Chester. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Gatley is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 38m • 1 change

1h 38m • 1 change

1h 38m • 1 change

1h 38m • 1 change

1h 40m • 1 change

1h 42m • 1 change

1h 41m • 1 change

1h 47m • 1 change

6h 34m • 1 change

1h 44m • 1 change

1h 39m • 1 change

1h 38m • 1 change

6h 35m • 1 change

1h 44m • 1 change

1h 39m • 1 change

1h 38m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Gatley to Chester? 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 Gatley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Gatley station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Gatley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Airport station.
Gatley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Gatley to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Gatley and Chester is 49.4 km. The road distance is 86 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Airport to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 22m.