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Outbound fromKidsgrove to Ellesmere Port by train
It takes an average of 3h 3m to travel from Kidsgrove to Ellesmere Port by train, over a distance of around 30 miles (49 km). There are normally 29 trains per day travelling from Kidsgrove to Ellesmere Port and tickets for this journey start from £18.25 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:11 | |
| Departure station | Kidsgrove | |
| Arrival station | Ellesmere Port | |
| Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
| Distance | 30 miles (49 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £18.25 | |
| Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Kidsgrove to Ellesmere Port
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The train from Kidsgrove to Ellesmere Port usually takes 3 hours 3 minutes on average to travel 30 miles (49 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 44 minutes. You can expect to find 29 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Ellesmere Port, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Kidsgrove to Ellesmere Port if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £18.25. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Kidsgrove to Ellesmere Port
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Kidsgrove to Ellesmere Port is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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