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Compare train and coach for Chester to Lincoln
The cheapest option from Chester to Lincoln is coach, with an average price of £35. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Chester to Lincoln among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£54 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 49m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 16m Average total duration 10h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Lincoln
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Chester to Lincoln, including direct trains, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Lowest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 3:51 |
Last train 20:19 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Chester to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Chester and Lincoln from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Lincoln by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Lincoln
Most Chester to Lincoln trains use the Chester to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Lincoln train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Lincoln leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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