How much is the train ticket from Chesterfield to Derby?

The cheapest train tickets from Chesterfield to Derby start at $9. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Chesterfield to Derby?

The average train trip from Chesterfield to Derby takes 18m and covers 36 km. The quickest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Chesterfield to Derby route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chesterfield to Derby?

The earliest train from Chesterfield to Derby departs at 7:05am. The latest train departs at 11:56pm.

What is the best train operator from Chesterfield to Derby?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Chesterfield to Derby?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Chesterfield to Derby?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Chesterfield to Derby?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Chesterfield to Derby from $8

Next train departures

Next departures for Chesterfield to Derby on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:12pm	Chesterfield	18m	3:30pm	Derby	Cheapest
Train	7:08am	Chesterfield	18m	7:26am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Chesterfield	18m	7:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Derby on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:31am	Chesterfield	45m	8:16am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	9:37am	Chesterfield	38m	10:15am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:31am	Chesterfield	45m	8:16am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:33am	Chesterfield	46m	9:19am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:33am	Chesterfield	46m	9:19am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Derby on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:05am	Chesterfield	36m	11:41am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	9:14am	Chesterfield	35m	9:49am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:59am	Chesterfield	45m	8:44am	Derby	No tags
Train	9:09am	Chesterfield	37m	9:46am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:59am	Chesterfield	45m	8:44am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Derby on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Chesterfield	18m	3:31pm	Derby	Cheapest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Derby on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Chesterfield	18m	3:31pm	Derby	Cheapest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Derby on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Chesterfield	18m	3:31pm	Derby	Cheapest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Derby on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Chesterfield	18m	3:31pm	Derby	Cheapest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Chesterfield	18m	7:24am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:13am	Chesterfield	18m	7:31am	Derby	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:45 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chesterfield to Derby

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

40mAverage Duration

35 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $27	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $79	Average Duration18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chesterfield to Derby by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Chesterfield to Derby?
The cheapest train tickets from Chesterfield to Derby start at $9. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Chesterfield to Derby?
The average train trip from Chesterfield to Derby takes 18m and covers 36 km. The quickest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Chesterfield to Derby route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chesterfield to Derby?
The earliest train from Chesterfield to Derby departs at 7:05am. The latest train departs at 11:56pm.
What is the best train operator from Chesterfield to Derby?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Chesterfield to Derby?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Chesterfield to Derby?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Chesterfield to Derby?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$15

12-11

$16

Today

$13

12-13

$20

12-14

$10

12-15

$11

12-16

$11

12-17

$11

The cheapest trip from Chesterfield to Derby was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chesterfield to Derby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $76 for a train ticket from Chesterfield to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-14.