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Chesterfield Museum
Main local museum in a Victorian house, covering Chesterfield's social history, archaeology, costumes, and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 23
17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
17 m
Trains on Sep 23
8
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Chesterfield will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 8 trains from Derby to Chesterfield, including 8 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
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C21769Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Derby to Chesterfield:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Chesterfield costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Chesterfield take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (17m by train vs 44m by car). Tickets start at around €13 compared to roughly €8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Chesterfield trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21653 | On time 2:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h18 | 2:48 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01073 | On time 2:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 3:02 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70992 | On time 5:11 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h19 | 5:30 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70996 | On time 5:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 5:47 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01082 | On time 5:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 6:02 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70998 | On time 6:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h18 | 6:36 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21781 | On time 6:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 6:53 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01083 | On time 6:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 7:02 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
W70945 | 8:33 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 8:50 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66987 | 8:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 9:02 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70948 | 9:11 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 9:28 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21769 | 9:31 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 9:48 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01060 | 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h18 | 10:03 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21649 | 10:12 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 10:29 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70956 | 10:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 10:49 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01062 | 10:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h17 | 11:02 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Chesterfield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Chesterfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chesterfield trip today.
Main local museum in a Victorian house, covering Chesterfield's social history, archaeology, costumes, and changing exhibitions.
Small historic house museum where the Glorious Revolution was planned, offering a vivid insight into national and local history.
Volunteer-run railway heritage centre with restored locomotives, workshops, and a short heritage line loved by enthusiasts and families.
Historic open market area at the town's heart, lively on market days and ideal for seeing Chesterfield's civic and architectural character.
Large Victorian park with lake, paths, events, play areas, and the museum house, popular for relaxing close to the centre.
Scenic canal-side walking and cycling route offering wildlife, industrial heritage, locks, and peaceful views beyond the town centre.
A long-established Derbyshire oatcake: a soft oat-based pancake filled with bacon, cheese or other savoury fillings. A local staple across Chesterfield and nearby North Derbyshire.
A rich fruit loaf made with currants, sultanas and peel, traditionally eaten sliced with cheese or butter. It is closely associated with Derbyshire baking and local tea tables.
A warm, lightly spiced Derbyshire pudding made with dried fruit, often served with custard. It is a traditional county dessert still recognised in local home cooking.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant known nationally for modern British cooking, polished service and an elegant special-occasion atmosphere.
Established local Italian restaurant with a loyal following, offering pasta, pizza and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
Historic pub in old Chesterfield, popular for cask ales and classic British dishes in a characterful, traditional setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals are fairly priced for visitors.
Service is often included only at some restaurants; otherwise 10% is typical for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Chesterfield Railway Station -> Chesterfield Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.

Most Derby to Chesterfield trains use the Derby to Chesterfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Chesterfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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.
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Chesterfield is 1 km from Chesterfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Chesterfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chesterfield.
ATMs are available at Chesterfield.
Ticket office support is available at Chesterfield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Chesterfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Chesterfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chesterfield: 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.
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