The average train between Lincoln and Chester takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 3 hours between Lincoln and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Chester at 11:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Chester. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Chester station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Lincoln to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Lincoln to Chester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Lincoln and Chester is 156.8 km. The road distance is 194 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Lincoln Central to Crewe every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 3h 4m.