The average train between Chesterfield and Ludlow takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Chesterfield to Ludlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chesterfield and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chesterfield is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield station and arriving at Ludlow station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Chesterfield to Ludlow train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Chesterfield station.
Chesterfield to Ludlow train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Chesterfield to Ludlow train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chesterfield and Ludlow is 131.5 km. The road distance is 214 km.
You can take a train from Chesterfield to Ludlow via Stockport in around 3h 23m.