How much is the train ticket from Bradford to Chester?

The cheapest train tickets from Bradford to Chester start at $23. The average price for this train route is around $46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Bradford to Chester?

The average train trip from Bradford to Chester takes 1h 58m and covers 100 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Bradford to Chester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bradford to Chester?

The earliest train from Bradford to Chester departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 8:04pm.

Train Bradford to Chester from $21

Next train departures

Next departures for Bradford to Chester on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Bradford Interchange	1h 57m	9:01am	Chester	Cheapest
Train	10:05am	Bradford Interchange	1h 56m	12:01pm	Chester	Fastest
Train	8:04am	Bradford Interchange	1h 57m	10:01am	Chester	No tags
Train	9:04am	Bradford Interchange	1h 57m	11:01am	Chester	No tags
Train	11:04am	Bradford Interchange	1h 56m	1:00pm	Chester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:54 AM GMT.

Get from Bradford to Chester

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

1h 58mAverage Duration

100 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $23

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bradford to Chester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bradford to Chester?
The cheapest train tickets from Bradford to Chester start at $23. The average price for this train route is around $46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Bradford to Chester?
The average train trip from Bradford to Chester takes 1h 58m and covers 100 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Bradford to Chester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bradford to Chester?
The earliest train from Bradford to Chester departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 8:04pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$31

12-11

$37

Today

$22

12-13

$21

12-14

No data

12-15

$24

12-16

No data

12-17

No data

The cheapest trip from Bradford to Chester was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bradford to Chester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $85 for a train ticket from Bradford to Chester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-13.