Trains from Derby to Chesterfield

Derby to Chesterfield train information

Derby Chesterfield train map

Train duration 0h17m
Arrival Chesterfield, England
Departure Derby, England
Distance 23 Miles
Train operators Cross Country
Lowest train price from £4.40
Average train price £8.00

Which operators can I use?

All trains connecting Derby (East Midlands England) to Chesterfield (East Midlands England) are run by Cross Country. The services on board will vary depending on the rail provider.

How far is it by train?

The train is a fast and simple solution to travel to Chesterfield from Derby. The average train duration between Derby to Chesterfield is 0h17m to travel the 23 miles.

How much does it costs?

The cheapest ticket price we've found to travel in the next month is £4.40 one way.

Best prices for Derby to Chesterfield train tickets

from £4.40 MORE 0h17m
Other modes of transport available
Coach
from €13.00 MORE 0h40m
from £9.14 MORE 0h40m
from £4.99 MORE 0h45m

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Best prices for Derby to Chesterfield trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Derby and Chesterfield by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Chesterfield to Derby and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

From To Price Departure on At Company Searched
Derby
Chesterfield
£4.40 15/09/2025 19:32 7 days ago
Derby
Chesterfield
£4.40 15/09/2025 19:14 7 days ago

Best prices for the next 180 days.

Discount Derby - Chesterfield train tickets

Willing to travel for cheap? Many railcards and deals exist to pay less for your Derby Chesterfield train ticket and make even more savings on your tickets: special train fares for children, railcards for all ages, group travel, or charity discount. There are five types of railcards available: 16-25 railcard, Two together railcard, Family and Friends Railcard, Senior railcard, Disabled persons railcard.

Why should I buy a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several journeys. But is it really relevant when travelling from Derby to Chesterfield? Grab your calculator, considering:

A = the cost of the railcard (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Derby Chesterfield ticket (i.e.: £7.97)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will give you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of journeys needed per year to be profitable.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£7.97 = 11.04. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 12 trips from Derby to Chesterfield (one way trip).

What is the cost of a railcard?

Railcards enable you to save 34% off most rail fares for 12 months. A Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the five other ones £30.

(1)Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey

Train Journey Average price without railcard(1) With a railcard 34% off(2) Saving based on a one-way trip Number of return trips to pay off the cost
Derby to Chesterfield train £7.97 £5.31 £2.66 11.07

(1)Average price observed over the last 6 months for one way

(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare

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