Chesterfield to Manchester train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chesterfield to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€11

Average price

€27

Fastest journey

1 h 16 m

Average duration

1 h 31 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

60 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Chesterfield to Manchester will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Chesterfield for Manchester on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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
10:18AM1h18
Chesterfield
11:36AMManchester
111One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
11:20AM1h16
Chesterfield
12:36PMManchester
151One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
07:46AM1h19
Chesterfield
09:05AMManchester
361One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
07:24AM1h38
Chesterfield
09:02AMManchester
361One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
10:05AM2h02
Chesterfield
12:07PMManchester
361One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Chesterfield to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 60 km

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Bus

€23

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 59m

Average total duration

2h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Chesterfield to Manchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Manchester trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:42 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railwayY12437
On time
8:22 AM Chesterfield station (CHD)
1h13
9:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12251+transpennine_expressL36556
On time
8:47 AM Chesterfield station (CHD)
1h18
10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY12439
On time
9:21 AM Chesterfield station (CHD)
1h14
10:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12254+transpennine_expressC43546
On time
9:47 AM Chesterfield station (CHD)
1h18
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY12441
On time
10:22 AM Chesterfield station (CHD)
1h13
11:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12259+transpennine_expressC43553
On time
10:47 AM Chesterfield station (CHD)
1h18
12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Manchester

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Trains from Chesterfield to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 1h 13m.

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
60 km
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 13m
First train
00:26
Last train
23:05
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, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains from Chesterfield to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Chesterfield and Manchester from €7. 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
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
€7
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

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
€11
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
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
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
€9
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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
€25
east_midlands_trains frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Trains from Chesterfield to Manchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Chesterfield to Manchester can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chesterfield to Manchester is €20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Chesterfield to Manchester train travel time is 1 h 11 min   for the 60 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Chesterfield to Manchester leaves at 00: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Chesterfield to Manchester leaves at 23: 46.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Chesterfield to Manchester without having to change trains with east_midlands_trains. There are 3 direct trains from Chesterfield to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Chesterfield to Manchester.
When taking a train from Chesterfield to Manchester, you can count on East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) or east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Chesterfield to Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 46.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Chesterfield, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Manchester Piccadilly, located 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Manchester from Chesterfield is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Chesterfield to Manchester by train is January.
You have options as you can travel from Chesterfield to Manchester 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Chesterfield to Manchester

Chesterfield
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Chesterfield is Chesterfield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chesterfield for your trip from Chesterfield to Manchester.
ChesterfieldParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station front, platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Chesterfield
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the front of the station

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