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Beamish Museum
Living history museum with recreated streets, transport and homes from North East England. One of the region’s standout cultural visits near the town.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Chester-le-Street is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Chester-le-Street will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Sat 14 Nov, we found 6 trains from York to Chester-le-Street, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from York to Chester-le-Street run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 49m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 0:16 |
Last train 23:37 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from York to Chester-le-Street.
The table below shows live departures for York to Chester-le-Street trains for tomorrow, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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G15908 | 17:14 York station (YRK) | 0h56 | 18:10 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15823 | 18:23 York station (YRK) | 0h50 | 19:13 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15824 | 19:22 York station (YRK) | 0h50 | 20:12 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15903 | 20:18 York station (YRK) | 0h55 | 21:13 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15913 | 21:17 York station (YRK) | 0h55 | 22:12 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15909 | 22:27 York station (YRK) | 1h08 | 23:35 Chester-Le-Street (CLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Living history museum with recreated streets, transport and homes from North East England. One of the region’s standout cultural visits near the town.
Compact local museum in the civic centre exploring the town’s Roman, medieval and railway past. A useful first stop for understanding Chester-le-Street.
Volunteer-run railway museum at North Road in nearby Darlington. Features historic locomotives, carriages and displays on the area’s railway story.
Riverside green space with walking and cycling paths, play areas and open lawns. Ideal for a relaxed stroll beside the Wear and views of local landmarks.
Woodland park and former landscaped estate with lakes, trails and wildlife. Popular locally for peaceful walks close to the town centre.
Long-distance riverside path crossing the town and nearby countryside. A practical choice for scenic walking, birdwatching and exploring the Wear valley.
A hearty North East broth with bacon, ham hock and pulses. It is a long-standing regional comfort dish once common in Durham homes.
A smooth spread or side made from split peas, traditionally cooked with ham stock. It is closely tied to pit villages and Durham market cooking.
A savoury stottie loaf filled with ham and pease pudding. This robust North East sandwich is a classic local lunch and bakery staple.
Established Italian restaurant known for pizza, pasta and hearty classics in a friendly, casual town-centre atmosphere.
Well-known local Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and house specials in a comfortable, welcoming dining room.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British favourites, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in London, while local rail and bus costs stay reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Chester-le-Street 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-le-Street, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most York to Chester-le-Street trains use the York to Chester-Le-Street station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Chester-le-Street train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Chester-Le-Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Chester-Le-Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chester-Le-Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Chester-Le-Street: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester-Le-Street: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access to North Bound platform via ramp and roadside pavement, 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.
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