The average train between Chester and Lewes takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Lewes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Lewes. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:31 PM which arrives into Lewes at 8:56 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Lewes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Lewes station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Chester to Lewes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Lewes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lewes station.
Book your Chester to Lewes train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Southern.
The distance between Chester and Lewes is 325.1 km. The road distance is 371 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Lewes via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 38m.