The average train between Spalding and Chester takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Spalding 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 Spalding and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Spalding is at 10:37 PM which arrives into Chester at 9:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Spalding 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 Spalding to Chester. However, there are services departing from Spalding station and arriving at Chester station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Spalding to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Peterborough station.
Spalding to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Spalding to Chester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Spalding and Chester is 188.8 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Spalding to Chester via Peterborough, Nuneaton, and Crewe in around 4h 31m.