The cheapest and fastest trains from Chesterfield to Nottingham
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chesterfield to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Nottingham will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chesterfield for Nottingham on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
8:54 AM0h36Chesterfield9:30 AMNottingham$71One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM0h38Chesterfield10:32 AMNottingham$91One-way0 transfers
8:54 AM0h36Chesterfield9:30 AMNottingham$71One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM0h38Chesterfield10:32 AMNottingham$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chesterfield to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chesterfield to Nottingham:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chesterfield to Nottingham costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 52m.
The journey is about 9m faster (37m by train vs 46m by car) and roughly $1 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $10 (€8)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Chesterfield to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:54 AM Chesterfield | 0h36 | 9:30 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Chesterfield | 0h38 | 10:32 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Chesterfield to Nottingham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Chesterfield to Nottingham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Chesterfield to Nottingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Chesterfield to Nottingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Nottingham
Trains from Chesterfield to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains from Chesterfield to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Chesterfield and Nottingham from $5 (€4). 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 Chesterfield to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chesterfield to Nottingham
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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 the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
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