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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Lowestoft (LWT)

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14

train journeys
per day

199

miles (321 kms)

5hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Lowestoft (LWT)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Lowestoft , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Lowestoft is approximately 199 miles (321 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 7 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Lowestoft.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Lowestoft. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Lowestoft Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    8 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    6 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:42
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    18:35
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    20:43
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    21:43
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    22:43
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:32
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    23:25
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:36
    12 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    06:22
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:34
    11 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    09:32
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:28
    12 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:50
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    13 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Chester
    Lowestoft
    Chester to Lowestoft

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 Lowestoft Station

Station name Lowestoft (LWT)
Address Lowestoft station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 17:05
Saturday 06:40 - 17:05
Sunday 08:00 - 16:15
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Lowestoft

The travel time between Chester and Lowestoft by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Lowestoft vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Lowestoft 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 & Lowestoft. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Lowestoft.

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