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Sleaford to Chester-le-Street by train

First train

08:38

Last train

18:16

Departure station

Sleaford

Arrival station

Chester-le-Street

Journey time

From 3h 22m

Distance

137 miles (220 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

About the train journey from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street

Want to travel from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street usually takes 4 hours 1 minute on average to travel 137 miles (220 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 22 minutes. You can expect to find 0 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Chester-le-Street, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Sleaford and Chester-le-Street by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street is 3 hours and 22 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street?

No, there are no direct train services from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street. Travelling from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street leave?

The first train from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street leaves at 08:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street leave?

The last train from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street leaves at 18:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Sleaford and Chester-le-Street by train?

Trains travelling from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street cover a distance of around 137 miles (220 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Sleaford to Chester-le-Street

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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