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Leicester to Chesterfield Coach Timetable

Coach from Leicester to Chesterfield: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Leicester to Chesterfield. Traveling by coach from Leicester to Chesterfield usually takes around 2 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.

Distance43 mi (69 km)
Shortest duration1h 35m
Cheapest price€5.50
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines2

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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, National Express usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus11h 41m€8.02
National Express42h 22m€14.89
  • 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 1 trips from Leicester to Chesterfield, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 41 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Book National Express from Leicester to Chesterfield from €9. There are 4 National Express schedules from Leicester to Chesterfield and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Chesterfield. In Leicester, National Express departs to Chesterfield from Leicester St Margarets Bus Station and no other station. In Chesterfield, National Express arrives at Coach Station and no other station.

    An average trip on National Express from Leicester to Chesterfield takes 2 hours and 22 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Chesterfield in 1 hours and 35 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Chesterfield.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Leicester to Chesterfield

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 43 miles from Leicester to Chesterfield. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 35 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Chesterfield. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Leicester to Chesterfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Leicester to Chesterfield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Leicester to Chesterfield; ticket prices start at €29.51.

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: Leicester St Margarets Bus Station

Leicester has two coach stations with service to Chesterfield.

All coach stations in Leicester:

  • Leicester St Margarets Bus Station

  • Asda Bus Stop

Where does the coach arrive in Chesterfield?

Main arrival station: Coach Station

All coaches from Leicester arrive at one main station in Chesterfield.

Coach stations in Chesterfield:

  • Coach Station

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