The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Chesterfield
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Chesterfield will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cambridge for Chesterfield on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cambridge to Chesterfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€54 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Chesterfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Chesterfield trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:57 AM Cambridge | 3h24 | 8:21 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:33 PM Cambridge | 2h48 | 7:21 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Chesterfield
Trains from Cambridge to Chesterfield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern from Cambridge to Chesterfield trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge and Chesterfield from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to Chesterfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Chesterfield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chesterfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge to Chesterfield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access. There is a subway and lift to platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, also at the foot and top of each stairwell.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front, platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the front of the station
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