What is the travel distance from Leicester to Chesterfield?

Leicester and Chesterfield are 44 miles (71 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Leicester to Chesterfield start their journey at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station and wind up at Chesterfield Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Leicester to Chesterfield from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leicester to Chesterfield on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	9:30pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:45pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	9:30pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	4h 5m	4:00am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	4h 5m	4:00am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Chesterfield on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	4:00am	Chesterfield Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	4:00am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 40m	4:20am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 55m	2:25pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 55m	2:25pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Chesterfield on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	4:00am	Chesterfield Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:25am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	4:00am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 40m	4:20am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	2:55pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	2h 10m	2:55pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Chesterfield on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	4:15am	Chesterfield Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	4:15am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 40m	4:20am	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 50m	2:20pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 50m	2:20pm	Chesterfield Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Chesterfield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Chesterfield. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $10, 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$11 - $25	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $135	Average Duration49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Chesterfield?

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

Stops in Chesterfield

A
Chesterfield Coach Station
Beckingham Way, Chesterfield S40 1TH, UK
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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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Chesterfield by bus

What is the travel distance from Leicester to Chesterfield?
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$9

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$9

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$9

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The cheapest trip from Leicester to Chesterfield was searched and found on Nov 25, 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 Leicester to Chesterfield, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $26 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Chesterfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-27.