The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Chester-le-Street
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
8
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Chester-le-Street is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Chester-le-Street will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
To travel from Derby to Chester-le-Street you need to make at least one change.
12:453h27Derby16:12Chester-le-Street£1201One-way1 change
14:423h30Derby18:12Chester-le-Street£1201One-way1 change
20:453h34Derby0:19Chester-le-Street£1201One-way1 change
22:459h28Derby8:13Chester-le-Street£1201One-way1 change
16:412h32Derby19:13Chester-le-Street£1361One-way1 change
18:452h27Derby21:12Chester-le-Street£1361One-way1 change
16:412h32Derby19:13Chester-le-Street£1361One-way1 change
17:453h11Derby20:56Chester-le-Street£2051One-way1 change
20:003h24Derby23:24Chester-le-Street£1361One-way1 change
12:453h27Derby16:12Chester-le-Street£1201One-way1 change
Live departures
Derby to Chester-le-Street train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Chester-le-Street trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 Derby | 3h27 | 16:12 Chester-le-Street | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:42 Derby | 3h30 | 18:12 Chester-le-Street | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:41 Derby | 2h32 | 19:13 Chester-le-Street | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:45 Derby | 3h11 | 20:56 Chester-le-Street | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:45 Derby | 2h27 | 21:12 Chester-le-Street | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:00 Derby | 3h24 | 23:24 Chester-le-Street | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Chester-le-Street
Trains from Derby to Chester-le-Street run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Chester-le-Street trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Chester-le-Street from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Chester-le-Street train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Chester-le-Street 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 Chester-le-Street, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Chester-le-Street
Most Derby to Chester-le-Street trains use the Derby to Chester-Le-Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Chester-le-Street train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Chester-le-Street leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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.
Which Chester-le-Street station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Chester-Le-Street from Chester-le-Street city centre
Chester-Le-Street train station facilities and services
Chester-Le-Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester-Le-Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester-Le-Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester-Le-Street: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester-Le-Street: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access to North Bound platform via ramp and roadside pavement, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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