The average train between Chester and Lincoln takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:58 PM which arrives into Lincoln at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Lincoln station via Lincoln Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Chester to Lincoln train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Lincoln train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Lincoln Central station.
Book your Chester to Lincoln train tickets online with Transport for Wales and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Chester and Lincoln is 156.8 km. The road distance is 194 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Crewe to Lincoln Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 3h 1m.