How to travel from Chesterfield to Leicester

There are 2 options to travel between Chesterfield and Leicester including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Chesterfield to Leicester is a bus with an average price of $14.

This is compared to other travel options from Chesterfield to Leicester:

A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chesterfield to Leicester costing on average $23.

The fastest way to travel from Chesterfield to Leicester is by train with an average journey time of 58m.

Other travel options to Leicester take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 49m.

The distance from Chesterfield to Leicester is approximately 44 miles (71 km).

The average frequency per day from Chesterfield to Leicester is:

• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chesterfield and Leicester as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chesterfield to Leicester:

• Trains mostly depart from Chesterfield station (CHD) and arrive in Leicester station (LEI).
• Buses mostly depart from Chesterfield, Coach Station and arrive in Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chesterfield to Leicester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited to go to Leicester by train.
• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Trent Barton to go to Leicester by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Chesterfield to Leicester with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct trains per day with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
• 3 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Chesterfield to Leicester often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, London St Pancras International (STP), Nottingham, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leicester and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Leicester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leicester's main attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre.