The average train between Grantham and Chester takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Grantham to Chester. 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 Grantham and Chester. The earliest departure is at 8:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grantham is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Chester. However, there are services departing from Grantham station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Grantham to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.
Grantham to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Grantham to Chester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Grantham and Chester is 153.6 km. The road distance is 233 km.
You can take a train from Grantham to Chester via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 54m.