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How to get from Liverpool Airport to Chester

Originally founded as a Roman fortress back in the 1st century, Chester is a stunning walled city in the north of England. The extensive Roman walls surround the heart of the city, where you will find endless rows of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. One of the most unique features of Chester is the black and white Tudor-style buildings, which are dotted around the city centre. 

To cover the distance from Liverpool Airport to Chester, you can take a taxi or train. Taking a Liverpool Airport taxi will take around 40 minutes to reach the heart of Chester, and will cost an average of £70 (€80) for up to 5 passengers. The train, on the other hand, is a little slower, with a journey time of 1 hour and 40 minutes and a cost of approximately £10.75 (€13) per person.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Liverpool at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Welcome €86 40min 24/7
Taxi €80 40min 24/7
Train €26 100min 05:40–23:45

Getting from Liverpool Airport to Chester by taxi

If you’re looking for a direct transfer from Liverpool Airport to Chester, taking a taxi is your best option. The journey time in a Liverpool taxi will be 40 minutes and you will be dropped off directly at the door of your accommodation in Chester.

What's the cost of a taxi from Liverpool Airport to Chester?

There are no fixed fares for taking a local Liverpool Airport to Chester taxi. Your driver will use a taximeter to calculate the cost of your ride based on both time and distance elements. The average cost into Chester will be £70 (€80), however, this price is subject to change.

For a competitive, fixed fare you can rely on, we suggest pre-booking your transfer with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups.

Cost

£70 (€80)

Trip Duration

40 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Liverpool Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Liverpool Airport?

Spotting a taxi at Liverpool Airport couldn’t be easier. As soon as you walk out of the main terminal you will see the long line of taxis waiting to pick up passengers.

Convenience

The only direct transfer option available to cover the distance from Liverpool Airport to Chester is a taxi. Not only will this save you time, but you will also avoid making changes in the busy city centre of Liverpool or having to walk long distances carrying your luggage.

Editor’s Note

If you pre-book your taxi with Welcome, you won't be charged a waiting fee even if your flight is significantly delayed.

Useful Tips

To avoid being overcharged, ensure your driver resets the taximeter to the base fare at the beginning of your journey.
Hackney cabs can fit up to 5 people as standard, so long as you don't travel with too much luggage.
Tipping your driver in England isn't expected but is always appreciated.

Getting from Liverpool Airport to Chester by train

There are no direct trains from Liverpool Airport to Chester. You will first need to take the Arriva 500 bus into the city centre of Liverpool, then walk to either the Central Station or South Parkway Station to take the Merseyrail train. The journey time will be around 1 hour 40 minutes, not including wait times.

What's the cost of the trains from Liverpool Airport to Chester?

The cost of the Liverpool Airport to Chester train will depend on the time of day you’re travelling. The average cost will be £8.55 (€10), but you also need to factor in the cost of the Arriva 500 bus, which is £2.10 (€3) per person. 

Cost

£10.75 (€13)

Trip Duration

1 Hr. 40 Min.

*There's a waiting time of 30 minutes for both the Merseyrail train and the 500 bus.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

The Arriva 500 bus runs from 03:59 to 23:59 and the Merseyrail train from 05:40 to 23:45.

Where do I find the train at Liverpool Airport?

There’s no direct Liverpool Airport to Chester train. You will first need to take the Arriva 500 bus into the centre of Liverpool and walk to either the Central Station or the South Parkway Station to take the train.

Convenience

If you’re a solo traveller without a lot of luggage, taking the train may be a good budget option. However, as the trains from Liverpool Airport to Chester aren’t direct, you will have to make a change in the city centre and walk at least 5 to 10 minutes to the nearest train station with your luggage.

Editor’s Note

You can take the Merseyrail train from either Central Station or South Parkway Station, check the train schedules ahead of time to see which is the most convenient option.

Useful Tips

To save on the cost of your train ticket, you can pre-book them online.
Travelling late in the evening on the train is usually cheaper than during the day.
Luggage storage is minimal on both the bus and train, so be sure to travel light.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Welcome Pickups

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Liverpool. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

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Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

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Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

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Prices

DAYTIME
€86.0
NIGHTTIME
€103.2
Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

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4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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Frequently asked questions

How can I get from Liverpool Airport to Chester?

There are two ways of getting from Liverpool Airport to Chester – taxi or train. Taking an airport taxi will cost around £70 (€80) for up to 5 passengers and will take 40 minutes to reach Chester, while the train will take closer to 1 hour and 40 minutes and will cost £10.75 (€13).

What’s the cost of a Liverpool Airport to Chester taxi?

There’s no fixed cost for taking a Liverpool Airport to Chester taxi. The average cost will be £70 (€80), but this is based on a taximeter. For a low, fixed cost that won’t change, we suggest pre-booking your Chester transfers with Welcome Pickups

What is the distance from Liverpool Airport to Chester?

The distance from Liverpool Airport to Chester is 40 km. It will take you around 40 minutes to reach Chester in a Liverpool taxi and around 1 hour and 40 minutes if you take the bus and train combo.

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