Chester to Chesterfield train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Chesterfield

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€52

Average price

€52

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chester to Chesterfield will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Chester for Chesterfield on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.

East Midlands Trains
05:56AM2h52
Chester
08:48AMChesterfield
521One-way
0 transfers

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Chester to Chesterfield train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 5:01 AM
Last updated at 5:01 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway7:32 AM Chester
2h23
9:55 AM Chesterfield0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway11:32 AM Chester
2h21
1:53 PM Chesterfield0 transfersDirect
transport_for_wales2:52 PM Chester
2h56
5:48 PM Chesterfield0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chester to Chesterfield

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Trains from Chester to Chesterfield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
98 km
Average train duration
2h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
€47
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 27m
First train
00:27
Last train
20:56
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Chesterfield trainsEast Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Chesterfield from €47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
€35
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
€53
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 27m
Cheapest Price
€47
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
€107
Avanti West Coast frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Chester to Chesterfield

FAQs: Travel by train from Chester to Chesterfield easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chester to Chesterfield.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Chester to Chesterfield can start from as little as €47 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chester to Chesterfield is €51; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Chester to Chesterfield is 2 h 43 min   to travel the 98 km long journey, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Chester to Chesterfield leaves at 00: 27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Chester to Chesterfield leaves at 19: 56.
There are 3 trains a day from Chester to Chesterfield which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Chesterfield. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Chester to Chesterfield.
When taking a train from Chester to Chesterfield, you can count on Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast for the best way to get you to Chesterfield. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Chesterfield from Chester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 56.
A trip to Chesterfield from Chester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Chester to Chesterfield is March.
Yes, you can take a train between Chester and Chesterfield.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Chester to Chesterfield

Chester
Chesterfield
The major train station for departures in Chester is Chester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester for your trip from Chester to Chesterfield.
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Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Chester West
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On the concourse
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Chester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front

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