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Skegness to Chester trains

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The average train between Skegness and Chester takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Skegness 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.

5h 46m
Duration
167 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Skegness to Nottinghamtrain train Skegness - Nottingham
  2. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain train Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
5h 25m
£73–108

Skegness to Chester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Skegness and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skegness is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 25m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 25m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 25m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 24m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales11h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 25m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 25m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 25m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for Wales5h 26m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Skegness to Chester? 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.

Map of how to get from Skegness to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 167.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Skegness, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Skegness to Chester via Nottingham and Crewe in around 5h 25m.

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