Eastbourne to Chester train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Eastbourne to Chester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Eastbourne to Chester take around 4 hours and 7 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 346 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Eastbourne is scheduled to depart at around  00:06. The last departure is usually at around 22:24 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Eastbourne at around 06:25, with the last train leaving at around 20:59. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €53.77.

We think any time is a great time to visit Chester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Chester.

Is there a direct train from Eastbourne to Chester?

The journey between Eastbourne and Chester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Eastbourne to Chester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Eastbourne to Chester?

The Eastbourne to Chester train travel takes about 4 hours and 7 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Eastbourne to Chester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chester leaving Eastbourne at around 00:06 and the last train leaving at around 22:24 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Eastbourne at around 06:25, with the final departure at 20:59.