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Leicester - Chesterfield Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Leicester to Chesterfield. Traveling by coach from Leicester to Chesterfield usually takes around one hour and 46 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.

Distance43 mi (69 km)
Shortest duration1h 35m
Cheapest price£1.70
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Coach lines2

What coach companies travel from Leicester to Chesterfield?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Leicester to Chesterfield that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus21h 45m£7.91
National Express32h 18m£12.05
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Leicester to Chesterfield, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 45 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of one hour and 46 minutes to cover the 43 miles from Leicester to Chesterfield. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 35 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Because many passengers travel from Leicester to Chesterfield at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Chesterfield, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 03:00. To see the times for all coaches from Leicester to Chesterfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Leicester to Chesterfield. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Leicester to Chesterfield; ticket prices start at £27.67.

City Information

Leicester

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Leicester, located in the county of Leicestershire in the East Midlands, is a city with much to explore. Leicester's cultural diversity and large student population mean the city is filled with a wide variety of experiences.

Leicester Cathedral and Belvoir Castle are a must-visit for those looking to discover the past. Leicester is also famous for being the final resting place of King Richard III, with a visitor centre built around the location to tell the story of one of the most famous monarchs in English history. For a broader look at history, try the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery to learn about the Mesozoic era as well as Ancient Egypt.

If your interests lie more in futuristic endeavours, visit the National Space Centre to take a trip through time and space. Leicester is also home to many traditional English pubs and quaint cafes, making it a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy the moment.

Leicester is easily accessible by train, with Leicester Rail Station serving East Midlands and Thameslink trains. St Margaret's Bus Station is located centrally and serves National Express coaches. If you're travelling from further afield, East Midlands Airport and Birmingham Airport are both close to Leicester.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Leicester?

Main departure station: Asda Bus Stop

Coaches to Chesterfield leave from 3 stations in Leicester.

All coach stations in Leicester:

  • Asda Bus Stop

  • Leicester St Margarets Bus Station

  • LEICESTER, St Margarets Bus Station

Where does the coach arrive in Chesterfield?

Main arrival station: Coach Station

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Chesterfield.

Coach stations in Chesterfield:

  • Coach Station

  • New Beetwell St

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