The average train between Chester and Windermere takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Windermere. 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 Windermere. The earliest departure is at 3:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Windermere at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Windermere station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Chester to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Chester to Windermere train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Windermere is 132.2 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 54m.