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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 19
€15
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 19
7
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Chesterfield will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 7 trains from Manchester to Chesterfield, including 7 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€24 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 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 Manchester to Chesterfield:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Chesterfield costing on average €24.
Other travel options to Chesterfield take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (1h 12m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around €24 compared to roughly €14 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 Railway, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Chesterfield trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84665+ C21659 | On time 9:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 10:46 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04350 | On time 9:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h12 | 10:55 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84670+ W70793 | On time 10:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 11:46 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04354 | On time 10:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 11:54 AM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84677+ W70799 | On time 11:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 12:46 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04357 | On time 11:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 12:54 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84683+ W70804 | On time 12:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 1:46 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04359 | On time 12:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h10 | 1:53 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84689+ W70810 | On time 1:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 2:46 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04363 | On time 1:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h10 | 2:53 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84695+ C21666 | On time 2:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 3:46 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04365 | On time 2:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 3:54 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84700+ W70818 | On time 3:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 4:46 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04368 | On time 3:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h12 | 4:55 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84705+ C21656 | On time 4:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h30 | 5:43 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C04372 | On time 4:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 6:00 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84712+ W70826 | On time 5:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 6:46 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C21806 | On time 5:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 7:00 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84719+ W70832 | On time 6:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h33 | 7:46 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1 transfer | |
C21581 | On time 6:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 7:54 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04380 | On time 7:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 8:51 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 7:13 AM Manchester | 1h33 | 8:46 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Manchester | 2h01 | 10:01 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Chesterfield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:49 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Chesterfield trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Chesterfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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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