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Trip Overview

The average train between Sheffield and Chester takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is an hourly train service from Sheffield 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.

2h 17m
Duration
82 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain train
  2. Take the train from Stockport to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Chestertrain train
1h 55m
£26–59

Sheffield to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Sheffield and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Chester at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 82.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Chester via Stockport and Crewe in around 1h 55m.

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