The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Chesterfield
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Chesterfield will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Chesterfield on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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.
8:08 AM4h00Edinburgh12:08 PMChesterfield$501One-way0 transfers
9:08 AM4h00Edinburgh1:08 PMChesterfield$511One-way0 transfers
8:08 AM4h00Edinburgh12:08 PMChesterfield$501One-way0 transfers
9:08 AM4h00Edinburgh1:08 PMChesterfield$511One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Chesterfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$113 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Chesterfield:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Chesterfield costing on average $96 (€78).
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Chesterfield costing on average $113 (€92).
Other travel options to Chesterfield take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 19m faster (3h 51m by train vs 5h 10m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($113 (€92) vs $129 (€105)). 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 CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Chesterfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Chesterfield trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:08 AM Edinburgh | 3h59 | 11:07 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h37 | 2:07 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 5h07 | 2:07 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Edinburgh | 4h02 | 1:07 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Edinburgh | 4h16 | 1:46 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Edinburgh | 4h02 | 2:07 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 3h37 | 2:07 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Chesterfield by bus, train, or flight
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Chesterfield trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Chesterfield.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Chesterfield.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Chesterfield.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Chesterfield
Trains from Edinburgh to Chesterfield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $41 (€34) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 8:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Chesterfield trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Chesterfield from $41 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Chesterfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Chesterfield
Most Edinburgh to Chesterfield trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Chesterfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Chesterfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Chesterfield station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Chesterfield from Chesterfield city centre
Chesterfield is 1 km from Chesterfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Chesterfield train station facilities and services
Chesterfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chesterfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chesterfield.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chesterfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chesterfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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