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Outbound fromChester to Leeds by train
It takes an average of 2h 17m to travel from Chester to Leeds by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (110 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Chester to Leeds and tickets for this journey start from £5.10 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Chester to Leeds by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Chester to Leeds? Look no further.
You'll usually find 27 trains per day running between Chester and Leeds, which usually take 2 hours 17 minutes to complete the 69 miles (110 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Chester to Leeds start from £5.10 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Leeds? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Chester to Leeds
Want to know more about your journey from Chester to Leeds? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Chester to Leeds
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Chester to Leeds 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.