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Chesterfield Museum
Main local museum in a Victorian house, covering Chesterfield's social history, archaeology, costumes, and changing exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Chesterfield will cost around NOK 1,569 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only NOK 940.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 5 trains from Glasgow to Chesterfield, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 344 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 31 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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Trains from Glasgow to Chesterfield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at NOK 473 but you can travel from only NOK 329 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (344 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 213 miles (344 km) |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price NOK 473 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 7:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Glasgow to Chesterfield.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Chesterfield trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01170+ L87985 | Delayed 5:04 PM 3:45 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h21 | 9:06 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
W84873+ C04382 | On time 5:07 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h48 | 9:55 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
W34195+ W84737+ G89875+ C21815 | On time 5:30 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h13 | 10:43 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 3 transfers | |
W34195+ C04392+ G89875 | On time 5:30 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h23 | 10:53 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 2 transfers | |
G25688+ C02017+ P24568+ W70762 | On time 6:18 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h35 | 11:53 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 3 transfers | |
W34259+ C21584 | On time 6:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h22 | 12:02 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Glasgow | 4h46 | 9:46 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:29 AM Glasgow | 5h24 | 11:53 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Glasgow | 6h31 | 2:31 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Glasgow | 5h07 | 2:07 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Glasgow | 4h52 | 2:07 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Chesterfield trains use the Glasgow Central to Chesterfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Chesterfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
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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