The cheapest and fastest trains from Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Chesterfield for Ashton-under-Lyne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.






Live departures
Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne train times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:24 Chesterfield | 3h42 | 11:06 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:05 Chesterfield | 3h01 | 12:06 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:17 Chesterfield | 2h49 | 12:06 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:21 Chesterfield | 1h52 | 11:13 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:18 Chesterfield | 2h48 | 13:06 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne
Trains from Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 21:24 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Chesterfield and Ashton-under-Lyne from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Ashton-under-Lyne by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ashton-under-Lyne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield and Ashton-under-Lyne
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access. There is a subway and lift to platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, also at the foot and top of each stairwell.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front, platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:55 - 20:05 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Kerb at station front, through the underpass (20 paces), turn right and up a ramp (42 paces, 1:8 slope) to the ticket office. Lift also available from the first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Booking Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Car Park
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:10 - 19:25 Saturday 07:20 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Platform 1 level access vrom the car park, platform 2 level accewss, transfer between platforms using Guide Lane
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Guide Lane for buses to Houghton Green, Bolton or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is in the layby outside the old station building on Guide Lane.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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