How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Chesterfield?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Chesterfield start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Chesterfield?

The average train journey time from Leicester to Chesterfield is 49m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 38m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Leicester to Chesterfield route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Leicester to Chesterfield departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 20:08.

Train Leicester to Chesterfield from £5

Next train departures

Next departures from Leicester to Chesterfield on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:41	Leicester	55m	18:36	Chesterfield	Cheapest
Train	17:07	Leicester	40m	17:47	Chesterfield	Fastest
Train	17:07	Leicester	40m	17:47	Chesterfield	No tags
Train	17:41	Leicester	55m	18:36	Chesterfield	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Chesterfield on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:43	Leicester	49m	08:32	Chesterfield	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Leicester	39m	09:48	Chesterfield	Fastest
Train	07:06	Leicester	41m	07:47	Chesterfield	No tags
Train	07:06	Leicester	41m	07:47	Chesterfield	No tags
Train	07:43	Leicester	49m	08:32	Chesterfield	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 05:46 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Chesterfield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Chesterfield. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

43 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £20	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £104	Average duration49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Chesterfield by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Chesterfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Chesterfield start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Chesterfield?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Chesterfield is 49m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 38m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Chesterfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Chesterfield?
The earliest train from Leicester to Chesterfield departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 20:08.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£19

10/12

£19

Today

£19

12/12

£19

13/12

No data

14/12

£8

15/12

No data

16/12

£10

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Chesterfield was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £99 for a train ticket from Leicester to Chesterfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-14.