The average train between Rugby and Chesterfield takes 1h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Rugby and Chesterfield. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Chesterfield at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Chesterfield station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.
Rugby to Chesterfield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Chesterfield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Chesterfield station.
Book your Rugby to Chesterfield train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Rugby and Chesterfield is 98.3 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Chesterfield via Tamworth High Level in around 2h 5m.