The average train between Sleaford and Chester takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 Sleaford and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sleaford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Chester station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Sleaford to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.
Sleaford to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Sleaford to Chester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Sleaford and Chester is 167.1 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Chester via Nottingham and Crewe in around 4h 35m.