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Chester-le-Street to Livingston North by train
| First train | 07:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:31 | |
| Departure station | Chester-le-Street | |
| Arrival station | Livingston North | |
| Journey time | From 2h 28m | |
| Distance | 106 miles (170 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North by train
Looking to travel from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 11 minutes to travel from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 106 miles (170 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Livingston North, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to get to Livingston North. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North take?
The average journey time by train between Chester-le-Street and Livingston North is 3 hours and 11 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Chester-le-Street and Livingston North by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North is 2 hours and 28 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North?
No, there are no direct train services from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North. Travelling from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North leave?
The first train from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North leaves at 07:04. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North leave?
The last train from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North leaves at 23:31. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Chester-le-Street and Livingston North by train?
Trains travelling from Chester-le-Street to Livingston North cover a distance of around 106 miles (170 km) during the journey.
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