Trains to Chester-le-Street from Welwyn Garden City
| First train | 06:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 15:40 | |
| Departure station | Welwyn Garden City | |
| Arrival station | Chester-le-Street | |
| Journey time | From 3h 29m | |
| Distance | 218 miles (352 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Chester-le-Street in 3 hours 29 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Chester-le-Street? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 30 minutes to travel the 218 miles (352 km) from Welwyn Garden City to Chester-le-Street by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with London North Eastern Railway or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Chester-le-Street in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Chester-le-Street by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Chester-le-Street?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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