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Trains from Skegness (SKG) to Chester (CTR)

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14

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

5hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

07:06 / 23:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Skegness (SKG) to Chester (CTR)

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

The distance by rail from Skegness to Chester is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Skegness and Chester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Skegness to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Skegness to Chester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:20
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:38
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:14
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    16:37
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:16
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    19:48
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:12
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:38
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:14
    5 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:23
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    22:44
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    23:53
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:20
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    00:29
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:20
    11 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Skegness
    Chester
    Skegness to Chester

About Skegness Station

Station name Skegness (SKG)
Address Skegness station, Lumley Square, Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE25 3QL
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:55 - 16:30
Saturday 07:55 - 16:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Skegness and Chester

The travel time between Skegness and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Skegness and Chester 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 07:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:05.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Skegness & Chester. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Skegness and Chester.

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