What is the cheapest way to get from Lewes to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Chester is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lewes to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Lewes to Chester is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Lewes and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Chester. However, there are services departing from Lewes and arriving at Chester via Victoria station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Lewes to Chester?

The distance between Lewes and Chester is 232 miles. The road distance is 239.3 miles.

How do I travel from Lewes to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Lewes to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Lewes to Chester?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Lewes to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Chester train from?

Lewes to Chester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Lewes station.

Train or fly from Lewes to Chester?

The best way to get from Lewes to Chester is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £200 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Lewes to Chester train arrive?

Lewes to Chester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Lewes to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewes to Chester is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Lewes to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Lewes to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Chester.

Lewes to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Lewes to Chester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lewes to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
4h 23m
£58–232
Drive 237.9 mi
1. Drive from Lewes to Chestercar 237.9 mi
4h 34m
£58–84
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lewes to London Victoriatrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
5h 57m
£81–300
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chestertrain
7h 31m
£68–170
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 43m
£62–226
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
6h 33m
£63–191
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Haywards Heath to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
8h
£241–795
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Lewes to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 34m
£99–273

Lewes to Chester by train and subway

85Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lewes to Chester.

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Distance: 230.5 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Lewes to Chester via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

Airlines

Website: easyjet.com

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Belfast (Aldergrove)

Ave. Duration: 4h 14m
When: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 3h 45m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Jersey

Ave. Duration: 5h 2m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport via Belfast City

Ave. Duration: 4h 40m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–210

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Isle Of Man

Ave. Duration: 3h 25m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: £80–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Belfast City

Ave. Duration: 4h 5m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £80–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Belfast (Aldergrove)

Ave. Duration: 3h 50m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £80–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Jersey

Ave. Duration: 3h 35m
When: Monday
Estimated price: £80–200

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 4h 27m
When: Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price: £80–200

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 3h 37m
When: Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price: £45–250

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Belfast City

Ave. Duration: 4h 30m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: £250–750

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Geneva

Ave. Duration: 5h 30m
When: Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: £70–290

Flights from London City Airport to Liverpool via Isle Of Man

Ave. Duration: 6h 10m
When: Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price: £150–550

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