CBT & Motorcycle Licence Training for Ellesmere Port Riders
On Your Bike’s training centre at Thelwall Parish Hall, Bell Lane is around 19 miles from Ellesmere Port — an easy M56 run taking around 24 minutes. Our DVSA-approved instructor Angela, an IAM Advanced Rider with years of local road knowledge, runs a friendly, thorough one-day CBT from £225, with bike, helmet and jacket all included.
One-day Course From £225 — Bike, Helmet & Jacket Included
If you’re based in Ellesmere Port, our training centre is around 19 miles away along the M56 corridor. The full address is Thelwall Parish Hall, Bell Lane, Thelwall, Warrington, WA4 2SX.
Getting Here by Car from Ellesmere Port
From Ellesmere Port, the quickest route is to head east on the M56 motorway, joining at Junction 14 near the town and heading towards Warrington. Leave the M56 at Junction 10 and follow the A49 or local roads south into Thelwall. Bell Lane sits in the heart of the village. The total journey is approximately 19 miles and takes around 24 minutes in normal traffic — a straightforward run along one of Cheshire’s main motorway corridors.
Getting Here by Public Transport from Ellesmere Port
By Train
Northern Trains operates a direct service from Ellesmere Port station to Warrington Bank Quay, running Monday to Saturday, with a journey time of approximately 28 minutes — by far the quickest and most practical way to travel without a car. From Warrington Bank Quay, it’s a short journey to the Bus Interchange on foot (around 15 minutes) or by connecting bus.
By Bus
At Warrington Bus Interchange, catch the 5A bus operated by Warrington’s Own Buses towards Lymm, and alight at Thelwall, Pickering Arms. Bell Lane is a short walk from the stop. Total journey time door to door is approximately 55–65 minutes. Check the train timetable carefully — the service runs six times a day Monday to Saturday, so plan your departure to suit your training start time.
About Ellesmere Port
Ellesmere Port is a town with a proud industrial heritage sitting at the southern edge of the Wirral Peninsula on the banks of the Manchester Ship Canal. The town was originally established at the River Mersey entrance to the Ellesmere Canal, and has retained large industries including the Stanlow oil refinery and the Stellantis van manufacturing plant — one of the area’s biggest employers. For those who enjoy industrial history, the National Waterways Museum has the world’s largest collection of canal boats, right where the Shropshire Union Canal meets the Manchester Ship Canal.
The M56 connects Ellesmere Port directly eastwards towards Warrington and Manchester, and once you’re licenced, that same corridor opens up Cheshire’s finest riding roads — heading south from Junction 10 through Appleton and Stretton towards Knutsford and beyond.
CBT FAQ
The questions Ellesmere Port riders actually ask us before they book.
What’s the easiest way to get to training from Ellesmere Port without a car?
The train is your best option by a distance. Northern Trains runs a direct service from Ellesmere Port station to Warrington Bank Quay — it takes around 28 minutes and drops you close to the Bus Interchange. From there, the 5A bus runs directly through Thelwall, stopping at the Pickering Arms on Bell Lane. The key thing to check is the timetable: the Ellesmere Port to Warrington service runs six times a day Monday to Saturday, so make sure there’s a departure that gets you to us at least 10 minutes before your training start time. Book your train in advance and the whole journey is very manageable.
Is the journey from Ellesmere Port worth it for a one-day CBT?
Absolutely. The CBT certificate lasts two years and opens up a 125cc bike on L-plates on every public road except motorways — for many Ellesmere Port riders that means a completely transformed commute into Warrington, Chester or across the Wirral. The 24-minute drive or 55-minute public transport journey is a one-off investment for two years of riding freedom. We also run a tight, friendly training day — you won’t be hanging around. Most riders are surprised at how much ground they cover in a single day, from complete beginner to confident on-road rider.
What are the best rides from Ellesmere Port once I have my CBT?
You’re brilliantly placed for Cheshire and North Wales riding. Head east on the M56 (full licence required for the motorway) or, on L-plates, use the A roads east through Helsby and Frodsham towards Runcorn and Warrington — those Frodsham hills and the views over the Mersey estuary are spectacular on a clear day. Head south and you’re quickly into the Cheshire Plain, with the roads around Tarporley, Tarvin and Tattenhall being some of the finest in the county. Once you’re ready to go for your full licence, come back and see us — Module 1 and Module 2 training is available and the whole of North Wales opens up on a bike.
Other Areas We Cover
We train motorcycle riders from right across the North West. Here are some nearby areas — or see our full list of locations.
Ready to Ride?
Book your CBT today — from £225, bike and kit included. We’re 19 miles from Ellesmere Port at Thelwall Parish Hall, Bell Lane — a 24-minute drive along the M56.