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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chesterfield to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Bath will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chesterfield for Bath every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 218 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Bath coaches for tomorrow, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 Chesterfield | 8h55 | 10:10 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Chesterfield to Bath run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
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A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
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Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
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Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
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Bath Bus Station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Bath by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chesterfield to Bath buses use the Chesterfield, Coach Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. Use this guide to compare Chesterfield and Bath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
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