What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chesterfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chesterfield. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The distance between Cardiff and Chesterfield is 174 miles. The road distance is 170.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Chesterfield without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £90 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The train from Cardiff Central to Chesterfield takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chesterfield train from?

Cardiff to Chesterfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chesterfield train arrive?

Cardiff to Chesterfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Chesterfield station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chesterfield is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Cardiff to Chesterfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

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Where can I stay near Chesterfield?

There are 1345+ hotels available in Chesterfield.

Cardiff to Chesterfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chesterfieldtrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 16m
£90–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Parkbus D8
5h 11m
£42–90
Drive 169.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chesterfieldcar 169.9 mi
3h 12m
£42–60
Train via Derby
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 16m
£90–128
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Chesterfieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 54m
£88–148

Cardiff to Chesterfield by train

5Weekly Trains

3h 16mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chesterfield, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chesterfield 5 times a week. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Park once a week. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 4h.

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