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G890848:422h19Leeds station (LDS)11:01Chester station (CTR)£101One-way0 changes- G890869:422h19Leeds station (LDS)12:01Chester station (CTR)£101One-way0 changes
- G890807:422h19Leeds station (LDS)10:01Chester station (CTR)£131One-way0 changes
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G383997:302h19Leeds station (LDS)9:49Chester station (CTR)£151One-way1 change- C24945+
C079398:302h27Leeds station (LDS)10:57Chester station (CTR)£151One-way1 change
- G15926+G890808:002h01Leeds station (LDS)10:01Chester station (CTR)£211One-way1 change
- C24392+G890849:002h01Leeds station (LDS)11:01Chester station (CTR)£211One-way1 change
- C24399+G8908610:002h01Leeds station (LDS)12:01Chester station (CTR)£211One-way1 change
- G15928+G890767:002h02Leeds station (LDS)9:02Chester station (CTR)£211One-way1 change
- G890848:422h19Leeds station (LDS)11:01Chester station (CTR)£101One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Leeds to Chester
The cheapest option from Leeds to Chester is train, with an average price of £17. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Chester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 112 km
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£18 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Chester trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C24815+ W33105+G38419 | On time 8:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h41 | 11:26 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| G15951+W43707 | On time 9:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h09 | 11:54 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C01251+W43674 | On time 10:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 12:57 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C01018+W43647 | On time 11:31 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h27 | 13:58 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| C03163 · W84678+Y63013 | On time 11:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h57 | 14:42 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| G15899+W43796 | On time 12:31 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h26 | 14:57 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G15892 · W84684+Y62976 | On time 12:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h57 | 15:42 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C01019+W43699 | On time 13:31 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h26 | 15:57 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
| G16002 · W84690+Y62990 | On time 13:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h57 | 16:42 Chester station (CTR) | 2 changes | |
| C24604+W43769 | On time 14:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h12 | 16:57 Chester station (CTR) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Chester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Leeds to Chester, including 2 direct trains, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Lowest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 2:12 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Leeds to Chester trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Chester from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Chester
Most Leeds to Chester trains use the Leeds to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Bramley (West Yorks) from Leeds city centre
Bramley (West Yorks) is 6 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Bramley (West Yorks) train station facilities and services
Bramley (West Yorks) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bramley (West Yorks): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bramley (West Yorks): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Chester station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
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.
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