The average train between Shipley and Chester takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Shipley 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 Shipley and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shipley is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Shipley 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 Shipley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Shipley station and arriving at Chester station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Shipley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Shipley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Shipley to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Shipley and Chester is 103.2 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Shipley to Chester via Leeds and Newton-le-Willows in around 2h 49m.