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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Leeds (LDS)

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22

train journeys
per day

68

miles (110 kms)

2hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 01:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Leeds , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Leeds is approximately 68 miles (110 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Leeds.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Leeds Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:02
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    07:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    08:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:52
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    10:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    13:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    14:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:31
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    15:24
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:01
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    16:41
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:01
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    17:39
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:01
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    18:38
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    19:46
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:01
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    20:40
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:00
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    21:39
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    22:38
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:56
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    23:23
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:58
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    00:14
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:56
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    00:42
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:56
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    01:57
    Chester
    Leeds
    Chester to Leeds

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Leeds

The travel time between Chester and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Leeds can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Leeds. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Leeds.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chester and Leeds, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.