Trains to Chester-le-Street from Southampton
| First train | 03:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:00 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Chester-le-Street | |
| Journey time | From 5h 10m | |
| Distance | 273 miles (439 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
What are the train times from Southampton to Chester-le-Street?
Get from Southampton to Chester-le-Street in as little as 5 hours 10 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Southampton to Chester-le-Street takes around 6 hours 41 minutes. There are around 23 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Southampton and Chester-le-Street, you'll need to make 1 change.
London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway, Lumo and South Western Railway trains run on this route.
Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
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