The cheapest and fastest trains from Northwich to Chesterfield
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northwich to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northwich to Chesterfield will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Northwich for Chesterfield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northwich to Chesterfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northwich to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Northwich to Chesterfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Northwich to Chesterfield trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:22 Northwich | 2h33 | 09:55 Chesterfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:28 Northwich | 2h27 | 15:55 Chesterfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northwich to Chesterfield
Trains from Northwich to Chesterfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 18:28. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 05:34 |
Last train 18:28 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited from Northwich to Chesterfield trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Northwich and Chesterfield from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Northwich to Chesterfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northwich to Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Northwich and Chesterfield
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Chester Platform: Step free access through gate from public highway down sloping footpath with handrails onto platform. Manchester platform: Level access from station front through gate onto platform. There are also steps up to main road bridge. Access between platforms is via main road bridge. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp
- 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 ticket machines note: Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0870 608 2608
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Chester Rd (Outside the Greenbank Hotel for Chester, opposite the Greenbank Hotel for Altrincham)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access to Manchester platform only. Access via stepped footbridge to Chester platform. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses will set down and pick up from the station car park.
- 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
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