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Runcorn East to Chester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Runcorn East to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$1.97, with average prices for this route around US$1.97. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:25 23m, Direct Runcorn East	12:48 Chester	Find Tickets
13:26 23m, Direct Runcorn East	13:49 Chester	Find Tickets
14:25 23m, Direct Runcorn East	14:48 Chester	Find Tickets
15:25 25m, Direct Runcorn East	15:50 Chester	Find Tickets
16:25 25m, Direct Runcorn East	16:50 Chester	Find Tickets
16:46 23m, Direct Runcorn East	17:09 Paris	Find Tickets

Runcorn East to Chester Train Route Details

First train

00:06

Last train

23:31

Departure station

Runcorn East

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

20m

Distance

21 km

Price

US$1.97*

Train operators

Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Runcorn East to Chester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Runcorn East to Chester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Runcorn East to Chester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Runcorn East to Chester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Runcorn East to Chester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Runcorn East to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Runcorn East to Chester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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