4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Chesterfield
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Chesterfield will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield for Chesterfield on Sun, Jun 21, 3 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 15 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 16 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.
8:06 AM0h15Sheffield8:21 AMChesterfield$31One-way0 transfers- 9:06 AM0h15Sheffield9:21 AMChesterfield$31One-way0 transfers
- 1:06 PM0h16Sheffield1:22 PMChesterfield$61One-way0 transfers
- 9:06 AM0h15Sheffield9:21 AMChesterfield$31One-way0 transfers
- 8:06 AM0h15Sheffield8:21 AMChesterfield$31One-way0 transfers
- 1:06 PM0h16Sheffield1:22 PMChesterfield$61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Chesterfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Chesterfield:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sheffield to Chesterfield costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to Chesterfield take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (13m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $4 (€4) 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, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited.
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
Sheffield to Chesterfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C04399 | On time 10:00 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h13 | 10:13 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89806 | On time 10:06 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h15 | 10:21 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21583 | On time 10:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h13 | 10:53 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21585 | On time 10:55 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h14 | 11:09 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21550 | On time 11:20 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h11 | 11:31 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21586 | On time 11:42 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h13 | 11:55 PM Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 8:06 AM Sheffield | 0h15 | 8:21 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:06 AM Sheffield | 0h15 | 9:21 AM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:06 PM Sheffield | 0h16 | 1:22 PM Chesterfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Chesterfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Chesterfield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€1) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€1) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Chesterfield trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Chesterfield from $2 (€1). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Chesterfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Chesterfield
Most Sheffield to Chesterfield trains use the Sheffield to Chesterfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Chesterfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Chesterfield leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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 concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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 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.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Chesterfield station do trains from Sheffield 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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