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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Chesterfield is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Chesterfield is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Donkey Derby via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Meadowhall Interchange/A3 and Sheffield Interchange/D5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Chesterfield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Preston to Chesterfield?

The distance between Preston and Chesterfield is 86 miles. The road distance is 79.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Chesterfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Preston to Chesterfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Chesterfield bus from?

Preston to Chesterfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Chesterfield train from?

Preston to Chesterfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Chesterfield?

The best way to get from Preston to Chesterfield is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Preston to Chesterfield bus arrive?

Preston to Chesterfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Chesterfield train arrive?

Preston to Chesterfield train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Chesterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Chesterfield is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Preston to Chesterfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Chesterfield?

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Preston to Chesterfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 50 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Chesterfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 50m
£39–66
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/D5 to Donkey Derbybus 50 / ...
5h 3m
£10–17
Drive 78.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Chesterfieldcar 78.7 mi
1h 46m
£20–28

Preston to Chesterfield by train

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2h 50mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Chesterfield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Donkey Derby via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Meadowhall Interchange/A3, Arundel Gate/Arundel Gate Ag13, and Sheffield Interchange/D5 in around 5h 3m.

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