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Lancaster to Chester Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Lancaster to Chester. Traveling by train from Lancaster to Chester usually takes one hour and 52 minutes, but the fastest Virgin Trains + Connections train can make the trip in one hour and 17 minutes.
| Distance | 59 mi (95 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 17m |
| Lowest price | $16.04 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Lancaster to Chester?
There are 3 train lines with service from Lancaster to Chester. Virgin Trains + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 2 | 2h 5m | $42.93 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 2 | 2h 27m | $29.48 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 4 | 1h 29m | $42.93 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Lancaster to Chester start from $43, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Chester. Northern Rail + Connections in Lancaster leaves from Lancaster Train Station . And in Chester trains arrive at Chester Train Station .
From Lancaster to Chester train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 2 hours and 5 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chester faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 17 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Lancaster to Chester start from $16, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Chester. TransPennine Express + Connections in Lancaster leaves from Lancaster Train Station . And in Chester trains arrive at Chester Train Station .
From Lancaster to Chester train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 2 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chester faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 17 minutes.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Lancaster to Chester start from $43, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Chester. Virgin Trains + Connections in Lancaster leaves from Lancaster Train Station . And in Chester trains arrive at Chester Train Station .
From Lancaster to Chester train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 1 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chester faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 17 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Lancaster to Chester
Trains from Lancaster to Chester are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Lancaster at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Lancaster?
Main departure station: Lancaster Train Station
There is one train station in Lancaster.
All train stations in Lancaster:
Lancaster Train Station
Where is the train station in Chester?
Main arrival station: Chester Train Station
Chester has one train station.
All train stations in Chester:
Chester Train Station
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