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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Lewes (LWS)

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27

train journeys
per day

202

miles (325 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Lewes (LWS)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Lewes , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Lewes is approximately 202 miles (325 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Lewes.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Lewes. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Lewes Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    12:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    13:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    16:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    18:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    19:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:55
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:56
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    20:26
    Chester
    Lewes
    Chester to Lewes

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Lewes Station

Station name Lewes (LWS)
Address Lewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:45
Saturday 06:30 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Lewes

The travel time between Chester and Lewes by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Lewes vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

First class tickets on trains between Chester and Lewes typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Chester and Lewes can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Lewes. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Lewes.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chester and Lewes, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.