The average train between Walkden and Chester takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Walkden 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 Walkden and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walkden is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Walkden to Chester. However, there are services departing from Walkden station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Walkden to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Walkden station.
Walkden to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Walkden to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Walkden and Chester is 48.8 km. The road distance is 75 km.
You can take a train from Walkden to Chester via Manchester Victoria in around 2h 7m.