The average train between Sutton-in-Ashfield and Chester takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Sutton-in-Ashfield to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Sutton-in-Ashfield and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sutton-in-Ashfield is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sutton-in-Ashfield to Chester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Sutton-in-Ashfield to Chester. However, there are services departing from Sutton-in-Ashfield station and arriving at Chester station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Sutton-in-Ashfield to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sutton Parkway station.
Sutton-in-Ashfield to Chester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Sutton-in-Ashfield to Chester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Sutton-in-Ashfield and Chester is 109 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Sutton Parkway to Chester via Nottingham and Crewe in around 3h 56m.