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Trip Summary
There are 13 daily trains from Manchester to Chesterfield. Traveling by train from Manchester to Chesterfield usually takes around one hour and 27 minutes, but the fastest East Midlands Railway train can make the trip in one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 38 mi (61 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 10m |
| Lowest price | €16.89 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Manchester to Chesterfield
- East Midlands Railway tickets: €17 one-way
- TransPennine Express tickets: €32 one-way
- Transport For Wales tickets: €35 one-way
Which train should you take from Manchester to Chesterfield?
There are 3 train lines with service from Manchester to Chesterfield. TransPennine Express is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 7 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway | 5 | 1h 14m | €23.59 |
| TransPennine Express | 7 | 1h 37m | €34.61 |
| Transport For Wales | 1 | 1h 50m | €35.10 |
East Midlands Railway train tickets from Manchester to Chesterfield start from €17, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 East Midlands Railway schedules to Chesterfield. East Midlands Railway in Manchester leaves from Manchester Oxford Rd Station and one other station. And in Chesterfield trains arrive at Chesterfield Station .
From Manchester to Chesterfield train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 14 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chesterfield faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 10 minutes.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Manchester to Chesterfield start from €32, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 TransPennine Express schedules to Chesterfield. TransPennine Express in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly Station and one other station. And in Chesterfield trains arrive at Chesterfield Station .
From Manchester to Chesterfield train travel on TransPennine Express takes 1 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chesterfield faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 10 minutes.
Transport for Wales is a trusted provider of passenger rail travel in Wales and the border region with England. Popular trips include Chester to Church Stretton, Caldicot to Cardiff Central station, and Manchester to London. Passengers onboard can enjoy complimentary WiFi and various options for onboard meals, from either a café car or at-seat trolley service for snacks, sodas, and hot drinks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Manchester to Chesterfield. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. 10 of these are direct connections to Chesterfield. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chesterfield to Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main departure station: Manchester Oxford Rd Station
There are two stations in Manchester where you can board the train to Chesterfield.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Oxford Rd Station
Manchester Piccadilly Station
Where is the train station in Chesterfield?
Main arrival station: Chesterfield Station
Chesterfield has one train station.
Train stations in Chesterfield:
Chesterfield Station
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