How far is Leicester from Chesterfield by coach?

The journey from Chesterfield to Leicester by coach covers an approximate distance of 44 miles (71 km).

Is there a way to reach Leicester from Chesterfield without a car?

You can reach Leicester from Chesterfield by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Chesterfield to Leicester from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 9 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		19:35	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	21:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
		19:35	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	21:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:35	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	21:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
01:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	03:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
01:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 45m	03:15	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
01:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	03:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
08:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	2h 5m	10:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:35	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	21:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
01:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	03:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
01:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 45m	03:15	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
01:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	03:10	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
08:30	Chesterfield Coach Station	2h 5m	10:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Chesterfield to Leicester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 47 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

47mAverage duration

44 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £34	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £106	Average duration47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,704 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29704 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £9

National Express Chesterfield Leicester recent customer reviews

some extras like snacks on board would really go far ,likewise if the bus would be a bit warmer from the walls n feet point

Timothy M.

8 January 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,247 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Chesterfield and Leicester?

Stops in Chesterfield

A - Chesterfield Coach Station

Stops in Leicester

A - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station

B - Leicester

C - Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound

D - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chesterfield to Leicester

How far is Leicester from Chesterfield by coach?
The journey from Chesterfield to Leicester by coach covers an approximate distance of 44 miles (71 km).
Is there a way to reach Leicester from Chesterfield without a car?
You can reach Leicester from Chesterfield by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/11

£8

08/11

£8

Today

£11

10/11

£8

11/11

£7

12/11

£7

13/11

No data

14/11

£7

The cheapest trip from Chesterfield to Leicester was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

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

You can expect to pay from £7 to £19 for a bus ticket from Chesterfield to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-11.

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