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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Chester-Le-Street (CLS)

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17

train journeys
per day

223

miles (360 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Chester-Le-Street (CLS)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Chester-Le-Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street is approximately 223 miles (360 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Lumo, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Chester-Le-Street.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:00
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    10:01
    5 hrs 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    5 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:06
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    15:09
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    20:04
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    16:00
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes - overtaken train
    21:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    16:10
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    21:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    22:32
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    18:11
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    20:01
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    00:32
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    22:43
    11 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:51
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street
  • Mon 6th May
    23:42
    11 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Ipswich
    Chester-Le-Street
    Ipswich to Chester-Le-Street

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

About Chester-Le-Street Station

Station name Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
Address Chester-le-Street station, Station Road, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH3 3EE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Chester-Le-Street

The travel time between Ipswich and Chester-Le-Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Chester-Le-Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

First class tickets on trains between Ipswich and Chester-Le-Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ipswich & Chester-Le-Street. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Lumo, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Chester-Le-Street.

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