What is the travel distance from Chesterfield to Leicester?

The distance between the two cities is 44 miles (71 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chesterfield to Leicester?

The majority of buses traveling from Chesterfield to Leicester start their journey at Chesterfield Coach Station and wind up at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Chesterfield to Leicester from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chesterfield to Leicester on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:35pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:35pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Leicester on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:30am	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 45m	3:15am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Chesterfield Coach Station	2h	10:35am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Chesterfield to Leicester on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 35m	9:10pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:30am	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 45m	3:15am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Chesterfield Coach Station	1h 40m	3:10am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Chesterfield Coach Station	2h 5m	10:35am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Chesterfield to Leicester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the 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$11 - $43	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $136	Average Duration47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chesterfield and Leicester?

Stops in Chesterfield

A
Chesterfield Coach Station
Beckingham Way, Chesterfield S40 1TH, UK
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Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
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B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $11

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.

January 8, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Leicester by bus

What is the travel distance from Chesterfield to Leicester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chesterfield to Leicester?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$9

11/20

$9

Today

$10

11/22

$9

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$9

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11/26

$9

The cheapest trip from Chesterfield to Leicester was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $9

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 $9 to $41 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 $9 which is on 2025-11-26.