The average train between Stretford and Chester takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Stretford 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 Stretford and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stretford is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Navigation Road and take an average of 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stretford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Stretford station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Stretford to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Navigation Road station.
Stretford to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Chester station.
The distance between Stretford and Chester is 47.9 km. The road distance is 56 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Navigation Road to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £11–22 and the journey takes 1h 3m.