The cheapest and fastest trains from Chesterfield to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chesterfield to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chesterfield to Birmingham will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 12 trains that leave Chesterfield for Birmingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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.
W2990918:080h59Chesterfield station (CHD)19:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£111One-way0 changes
G0115416:080h58Chesterfield station (CHD)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
W2988414:080h58Chesterfield station (CHD)15:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
G0116619:080h59Chesterfield station (CHD)20:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
G0115315:080h56Chesterfield station (CHD)16:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
G0115315:080h56Chesterfield station (CHD)16:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
G0115416:080h58Chesterfield station (CHD)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
W2988414:080h58Chesterfield station (CHD)15:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
G0116117:080h59Chesterfield station (CHD)18:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£341One-way0 changes
W2990918:080h59Chesterfield station (CHD)19:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chesterfield to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chesterfield to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01135 | On time 8:08 Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0h59 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01098+ C21667 | Delayed 7:42 8:13Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1h11 | 9:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G01140 | On time 9:08 Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0h56 | 10:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01101+ C21663 | Delayed 8:41 9:13Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1h13 | 10:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
W29862 | On time 10:08 Chesterfield station (CHD) | 0h58 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01102+ W70784 | Delayed 9:41 10:13Chesterfield station (CHD) | 1h11 | 11:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Birmingham
Trains from Chesterfield to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 54m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Chesterfield to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield and Birmingham
Most Chesterfield to Birmingham trains use the Chesterfield to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Chesterfield and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chesterfield station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Chesterfield from Chesterfield city centre
Chesterfield is 1 km from Chesterfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Chesterfield train station facilities and services
Chesterfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chesterfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chesterfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chesterfield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chesterfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chesterfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chesterfield: 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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Lea Hall from Birmingham city centre
Lea Hall is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Lea Hall train station facilities and services
Lea Hall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lea Hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lea Hall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lea Hall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lea Hall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lea Hall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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