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The average train between Reading and Chesterfield takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Chesterfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 44m
Duration
156 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Reading to Chesterfield train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Reading and Chesterfield. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Chesterfield at 9:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading to Chesterfield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 155.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Chesterfield, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Derby every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 14m.

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