The average train between Chester and Sleaford takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Sleaford. 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 Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Sleaford? 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 Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Sleaford station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Chester to Sleaford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Sleaford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Sleaford station.
Book your Chester to Sleaford train tickets online with Transport for Wales and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Chester and Sleaford is 167.1 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Sleaford via Crewe and Nottingham in around 4h 58m.