Take the train from Chester to Wrexham General with Avanti West Coast. It’s a quick cross-border hop, with comfortable onboard facilities and an easy arrival close to Wrexham’s centre.

Getting from Chester to Wrexham by train

Travelling from Chester to Wrexham by train is handy for work travel, day trips, and quick journeys across the border into North Wales. With a short journey time and direct services available, it’s an easy trip to fit into the day.

You can get from Chester to Wrexham in as little as 14 minutes, so you can travel from one station to another quickly and affordably, with tickets from as little as £6.00.

Finding the cheapest train tickets from Chester to Wrexham

To make the most of your trip, you don’t want to spend all your budget on getting there. To help you get the most out of your money, we offer a range of cheap train tickets and discounts to railcard holders, seniors, and group travellers.

Whether you’re travelling in Peak, Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak hours, we will help you find a ticket at the right price at a departure time that suits you.

Plus, if you’re heading away for a short break, we offer a range of 2 For 1 offers to attractions and events, so you can find a deal to make your visit really special.

For regular travellers or commuters, we have a range of season tickets, benefits, and reward schemes that can help you save money or even upgrade to First Class.

Travelling in comfort with Avanti

Settle in for a wonderfully comfortable journey from Chester to Wrexham General, with plenty to enjoy both on board and out of the window. Enjoy the view from our big reclining seats as you’re driven the 11 miles to your destination.

Stay connected on the go with our fast, reliable WiFi, perfect for catching up on emails or the latest headlines. With power sockets at every seat and a choice of tasty snacks and drinks, you’ll arrive feeling energised and ready for what’s next.

Make your journey even more relaxing by booking advance tickets to get the cheapest ticket with a departure time that’s ideal for you. Or, if you’re making a last-minute trip, you can use our Live Train Status Tracker to check that your train is running on schedule.

Travelling from Chester?

Chester is a city where the main sights sit close together, so it’s easy to cover a lot on foot before you travel.

The city walls are the best place to start, with a full circuit that looks over rooftops, towers, and the streets inside the walls, and gives you a clear sense of how compact the centre still is. From there, Chester’s Roman past is close at hand. The Roman Amphitheatre is a short walk away, and Chester Cathedral adds another layer with its stonework and long history in the heart of the city.

Chester Station sits just outside the city walls, so it’s easy to walk into the centre once you arrive. Here, you can grab a quick bite to eat or a coffee ahead of your journey.

Travelling to Wrexham?

Wrexham is a North Wales town with football, industry, and market streets all close to the centre. The Racecourse Ground is the landmark most visitors know first and is recognised by the club as the world’s oldest international football stadium still in use.

Beyond football, the centre gives you a mix of high-street shopping and older town streets, and Ty Pawb adds a more contemporary stop with food, art, and market trading under one roof. For local history, Wrexham Museum is an easy central visit, while a walk through Bellevue Park gives you green space close to the station.

Wrexham General is well placed for the centre, so it’s easy to head straight into town once you arrive. Taxis and buses are available nearby for local onward travel, and the station has waiting areas, refreshments, ticket facilities, and public Wi-Fi for a smooth arrival.

First Class service

If you’d like a more luxurious and relaxing journey from Chester to Wrexham, you can upgrade to First Class with Avanti West Coast.

Onboard, you’ll enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks, a wider seat, a guaranteed table and socket, and more leg-stretching room. These are the benefits of upgrading to First Class with Avanti West Coast.

Learn more about travelling First Class here.