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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield is to bus which costs £24 - £75 and takes 6h 32m.

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 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Donkey Derby via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

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 six 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 via Derby which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chesterfield bus from?

Cardiff to Chesterfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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 via Derby which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £75 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chesterfield bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chesterfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chesterfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chesterfield is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m 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 2013+ 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

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 14m
£44–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2131 / ...
6h 32m
£24–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ChesterfieldPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
6h 1m
£37–81
Drive 169.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chesterfield169.9 mi
3h 10m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterfieldCardiff Central - Edinburgh
3h 16m
£90–150

Cardiff to Chesterfield by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £40–150 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Donkey Derby via Birmingham Coach Station, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Sheffield Interchange/D5 in around 6h 32m.

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