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How to get from Chester to Terminal 1 by train?

By train

To get from Chester to Terminal 1 in Manchester, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Chester station to Crewe station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Crewe station to Manchester Airport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min.

88min
Walk to train station
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crewe
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 5
    Ride to train station Manchester Airport
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Airport
    36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via TRANSPORT FOR WALES

Take one direct train from Chester to Terminal 1 in Manchester: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Chester station to Manchester Airport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min.

91min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station Manchester Airport
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Airport
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chester to Terminal 1

The distance between Chester, Manchester and Terminal 1, Manchester is approximately 44.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chester to Terminal 1 by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manchester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Chester

Chester is located at Chester, Manchester and the nearest public transport station is Hoole Way (Stop Q).

Bus stations close to Chester:

  • Hoole Way (Stop Q)
  • Railway Station
  • Hoole Bridge Shops

Public transport stations close to Terminal 1, Manchester

Terminal 1 is located at Manchester Airport (MAN), 5 Terminal Road South, Manchester Airport, Manchester M90 3FE, UK, Manchester and the nearest public transport station is Manchester Airport.

Bus stations close to Terminal 1:

  • Manchester Airport
  • Manchester Airport the Station
  • East Road

Alternative route by train via TRANSPORT FOR WALES

Take one direct train from Chester to Terminal 1 in Manchester: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Chester station to Manchester Airport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min.

91min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station Manchester Airport
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Airport
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Terminal 1?

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chester to Terminal 1?

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • Is there a direct train between Chester and Terminal 1?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chester to Terminal 1?

    The AVANTI WEST COAST train line goes from Chester station near Chester in North West to London Euston station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Manchester Airport station near Terminal 1 in Manchester.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chester to Terminal 1 by train?

    The total travel time between Chester in North West and Terminal 1 in Manchester by train is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chester to get to Terminal 1?

    Get on the AVANTI WEST COAST train from the Chester station near Chester in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chester and Terminal 1?

    Get off the train at the Manchester Airport station, which is closest to Terminal 1 in Manchester.

  • When is the first train from Chester to Terminal 1?

    The first train from Chester in North West to Terminal 1 in Manchester is Transport for Wales. It leaves the Chester station at 04:55.

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