The average train between Chester and Lytham St Annes takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Lytham St Annes. 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 hourly between Chester and Lytham St Annes. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Lytham St Annes at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Lytham St Annes? 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 Lytham St Annes. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Lytham St Annes station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Chester to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ansdell & Fairhaven station.
Book your Chester to Lytham St Annes train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Lytham St Annes is 61.8 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Ansdell & Fairhaven via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston in around 2h 20m.