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

The cheapest train tickets from Chesterfield to Leicester start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £20. 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 Leicester?

The average train journey time from Chesterfield to Leicester is 47m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 41m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Chesterfield to Leicester 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 Chesterfield to Leicester?

The earliest train from Chesterfield to Leicester departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 17:45.

Train Chesterfield to Leicester from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:47	Chesterfield	43m	10:30	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Chesterfield	41m	16:28	Leicester	Fastest
Train	09:47	Chesterfield	43m	10:30	Leicester	No tags
Train	15:13	Chesterfield	50m	16:03	Leicester	No tags
Train	15:13	Chesterfield	50m	16:03	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:13	Chesterfield	46m	07:59	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	08:47	Chesterfield	41m	09:28	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:13	Chesterfield	46m	07:59	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:46	Chesterfield	44m	08:30	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:46	Chesterfield	44m	08:30	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Chesterfield	50m	16:03	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	09:47	Chesterfield	41m	10:28	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:12	Chesterfield	50m	08:02	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:12	Chesterfield	50m	08:02	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:43	Chesterfield	44m	08:27	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:29	Chesterfield	52m	10:21	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:44	Chesterfield	46m	16:30	Leicester	Fastest
Train	08:34	Chesterfield	51m	09:25	Leicester	No tags
Train	08:34	Chesterfield	51m	09:25	Leicester	No tags
Train	09:29	Chesterfield	52m	10:21	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Chesterfield to Leicester on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:13	Chesterfield	50m	10:03	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	08:47	Chesterfield	41m	09:28	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:13	Chesterfield	46m	07:59	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:13	Chesterfield	46m	07:59	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:46	Chesterfield	44m	08:30	Leicester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:10 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Chesterfield to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

43 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £19	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £102	Average duration47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £12	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi5

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 £7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chesterfield to Leicester 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 Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Chesterfield to Leicester start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £20. 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 Leicester?
The average train journey time from Chesterfield to Leicester is 47m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 41m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Chesterfield to Leicester 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 Chesterfield to Leicester?
The earliest train from Chesterfield to Leicester departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 17:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/01

£19

28/01

£32

Today

£19

30/01

£14

31/01

£9

01/02

£12

02/02

No data

03/02

£10

The cheapest trip from Chesterfield to Leicester was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £99 for a train ticket from Chesterfield to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2026-01-31.