The average train between Chester and Saxmundham takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Saxmundham. 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 Saxmundham. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Saxmundham at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Saxmundham? 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 Saxmundham. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Saxmundham station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Chester to Saxmundham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Saxmundham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ipswich station.
Book your Chester to Saxmundham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Chester and Saxmundham is 314.6 km. The road distance is 437 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Saxmundham via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, London Liverpool Street, and Ipswich in around 5h 1m.