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

The cheapest train tickets from Chesterfield to Edinburgh start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chesterfield to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Chesterfield to Edinburgh is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 200 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 56m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Chesterfield to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Chesterfield to Edinburgh departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Train Chesterfield to Edinburgh from £37

Next train departures

Next departures from Chesterfield to Edinburgh on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	Chesterfield	4h 4m	11:04	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Chesterfield	3h 56m	12:06	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:00	Chesterfield	4h 4m	11:04	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:10	Chesterfield	3h 56m	12:06	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:05	Chesterfield	4h	13:05	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 16:54 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Chesterfield to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 30mAverage duration

201 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£33 - £118	Average duration17h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£39 - £224	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£30 - £31	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £39

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chesterfield to Edinburgh 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 Chesterfield to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Chesterfield to Edinburgh start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chesterfield to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Chesterfield to Edinburgh is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 200 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 56m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Chesterfield to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chesterfield to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Chesterfield to Edinburgh departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

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

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£76

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£38

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The cheapest trip from Chesterfield to Edinburgh was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £213 for a train ticket from Chesterfield to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-15.