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Outbound fromCleethorpes to Chester by train
It takes an average of 4h 36m to travel from Cleethorpes to Chester by train, over a distance of around 120 miles (193 km). There are normally 29 trains per day travelling from Cleethorpes to Chester and tickets for this journey start from £16.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:26 | |
| Departure station | Cleethorpes | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 38m | |
| Distance | 120 miles (193 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £16.60 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Cleethorpes to Chester in 3 hours 38 minutes
If you want to travel from Cleethorpes to Chester by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Cleethorpes to Chester by train to take around 4 hours 36 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 29 trains per day running on this route, which spans 120 miles (193 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Chester. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Cleethorpes to Chester start from £16.60 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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