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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Chesterfield
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Chesterfield will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leicester for Chesterfield on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 49 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.
7:43 AM0h49Leicester8:32 AMChesterfield$131One-way0 transfers- 9:40 AM0h49Leicester10:29 AMChesterfield$261One-way0 transfers
- 7:43 AM0h49Leicester8:32 AMChesterfield$131One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM0h49Leicester10:29 AMChesterfield$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Chesterfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Leicester to Chesterfield:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Chesterfield costing on average $21 (€16).
Other travel options to Chesterfield take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 42m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (47m by train vs 1h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $21 (€16) compared to roughly $20 (€16) 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 east_midlands_trains.
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.
Live departures
Leicester to Chesterfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Chesterfield trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:43 AM Leicester | 0h49 | 8:32 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:40 AM Leicester | 0h49 | 10:29 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:37 AM Leicester | 0h50 | 12:27 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Chesterfield
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Trains from Leicester to Chesterfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:34, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 1:34 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Chesterfield trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Chesterfield from $6 (€5). 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 Leicester to Chesterfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Chesterfield
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- 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 the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- 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: Coaches leave from the Station front
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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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