How to get from Clitheroe to Chester by train?

From Clitheroe to Chester by train

To get from Clitheroe to Chester you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NORTHERN train from Clitheroe station to Salford Crescent station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Manchester Oxford Road station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The train schedule from Clitheroe may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester on the Moovit app.

148min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Leaves from Clitheroe

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Clitheroe
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Rochdale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salford Crescent
    68 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Oxford Road
    6 min
  • 6
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Holyhead
  • 7
    Ride to train station Chester
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    60 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Clitheroe to Chester by train via NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Clitheroe to Chester in Chester, take the NORTHERN train from Clitheroe station to Manchester Victoria station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Victoria station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The train schedule from Clitheroe may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester on the Moovit app.

161min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Clitheroe

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Clitheroe
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Rochdale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    77 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 5
    Ride to train station Chester
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Clitheroe to Chester

The distance between Clitheroe and Chester is approximately 120.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 148 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Clitheroe to Chester by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Clitheroe to Chester

To check the train schedule from Clitheroe to Chester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Clitheroe) and destination (Chester), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Alternative route from Clitheroe to Chester by train via NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Clitheroe to Chester in Chester, take the NORTHERN train from Clitheroe station to Manchester Victoria station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Victoria station to Chester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The train schedule from Clitheroe may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Chester on the Moovit app.

161min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Clitheroe

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Clitheroe
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Rochdale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    77 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Chester
  • 5
    Ride to train station Chester
    Ride to train station
    Chester
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Clitheroe to Chester?

    The fastest way takes 148 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN, Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Clitheroe to Chester?

    The alternative route takes 161 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Clitheroe and Chester?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Clitheroe to Chester?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Clitheroe station near Clitheroe in North West to Rochdale station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Rochdale station near Chester.

  • How long does it take to travel from Clitheroe to Chester by train?

    The total travel time between Clitheroe and Chester by train is about 2 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Clitheroe to get to Chester?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Clitheroe station near Clitheroe in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Clitheroe and Chester?

    Get off the train at the Rochdale station, which is closest to Chester.

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