- Must visit
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chesterfield to Durham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
6 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
6 h 50 m
Buses on 15 Sept
2
Distance
170 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chesterfield to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Durham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Fast coaches
To travel from Chesterfield to Durham you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus4:256h10Chesterfield, Coach Station10:35Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£121One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus4:257h30Chesterfield, Coach Station11:55Sunderland, Interchange£121One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:256h10Chesterfield, Coach Station10:35Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£121One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:257h30Chesterfield, Coach Station11:55Sunderland, Interchange£121One-way1 change
Live departures
Chesterfield to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Durham coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 7h30 | 11:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 Chesterfield, Coach Station | 6h10 | 10:35 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chesterfield to Durham
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Take a bus from Chesterfield to Durham and enjoy the approximately 170 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 170 km |
Buses per day 3 |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Complete guide to Durham
Things to do in Durham
Discover the best of Durham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Durham trip today.
- Recommended
Oriental Museum
University museum with collections from ancient civilisations to world cultures. Compact, varied and easy to combine with a cathedral visit.
- Recommended
Palace Green Library
Gallery and museum at Palace Green with changing exhibitions and displays connected to Durham’s history, books and university collections.
- Must visit
Palace Green
Historic square between cathedral and castle, framed by university buildings. A key place to pause for architecture and city atmosphere.
- Recommended
Durham Riverside Walk
Riverside walk circling the old centre through wooded banks and classic viewpoints. Ideal for Durham’s most photogenic views.
- Recommended
Wharton Park
Wooded hilltop park with panoramic views across Durham, especially towards the cathedral and castle. Popular with locals for quiet walks.
Durham Sausage
A seasoned pork sausage from County Durham, traditionally eaten with pease pudding. It is a well-known regional butcher’s staple in the North East.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
A smooth savoury spread of boiled yellow split peas, long associated with North East ham and stottie sandwiches and traditional local lunches.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Stottie Cake
A dense round North East bread roll, classic with ham and pease pudding. It is a regional bakery icon rather than a standard British bap.
Coarse
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre dining room. Ideal for a special meal with polished, understated service.
The Cellar Door
Stylish bistro and bar serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a lively riverside setting near Durham’s historic centre.
Bistro Citron Vert
Long-running restaurant known for dependable French and British cooking in a warm, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Durham Sutton Street / Bridge Street -> Durham Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on Go North East and Arriva buses in Durham; check the operator app or website for current fare caps.
- Durham is served mainly by buses rather than metro or tram. Use the Go North East app for live departures, journey planning and mobile tickets.
FAQs: Chesterfield to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest coach from Chesterfield to Durham leaves at 1:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Chesterfield to Durham leaves at 23:55.
When departing from Chesterfield , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Chesterfield, Coach Station, Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange . When arriving in Durham , you can end your route in coach stations like Sunderland, Interchange, Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, Durham, University - Palatine Centre.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chesterfield, Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sunderland, Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Chesterfield to Durham is January.
Yes, you can take a between Chesterfield and Durham.
No, the coach from Chesterfield to Durham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Chesterfield to Durham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Chesterfield to Durham.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Chesterfield to Durham.
No, luggage for the coach from Chesterfield to Durham needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Chesterfield to Durham.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Chesterfield to Durham.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Chesterfield to Durham.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Chesterfield to Durham.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield and Durham
Most Chesterfield to Durham buses use the Chesterfield, Coach Station to Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Chesterfield and Durham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Chesterfield
Arrival bus stations in Durham
Which Chesterfield station do buses to Durham leave from?
Buses from Chesterfield to Durham leave from Chesterfield, Coach Station. The station is 2 km from Chesterfield city centre at Chesterfield Coach Station, Beckingham Way, Chesterfield S40 1TH, UK.
Chesterfield, Coach StationChesterfield Coach Station, Beckingham Way, Chesterfield S40 1TH, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Chesterfield, Coach Station from Chesterfield city centre
Chesterfield, Coach Station is 1 km from Chesterfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus77, 74, 74A, 77A · 8m · £4 · every ~7 min
77, 74, 74A, 77A · 9m · £4 · every ~7 min
Chesterfield, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Chesterfield, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chesterfield, Coach Station. ATMs are available at Chesterfield, Coach Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chesterfield, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chesterfield, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chesterfield, Coach Station: Basic amenities for accessibility available.
Which Durham station do buses from Chesterfield arrive at?
Buses from Chesterfield to Durham most often arrive at Sunderland, Interchange. Some services arrive at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Durham arrival station.
Durham, University - Palatine Centre
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