Norwich to Chesterfield train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Chesterfield

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£43

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£43

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

4 h 20 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

4 h 20 m

Trains on 17 Sept

1

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Norwich to Chesterfield will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Norwich to Chesterfield, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.

  • CrossCountry
    17:274h20
    Norwich
    21:47Chesterfield
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Norwich to Chesterfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £71 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £71, while a train costs an average of £71.

Distance: 195 km

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Driving

£71

Average Price

Cheapest

£37

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 31m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Norwich to Chesterfield is a train with an average price of £71.
The fastest way to travel from Norwich to Chesterfield is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.
Yes, you can take a train between Norwich and Chesterfield.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 6m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 3h 31m by car). Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Norwich to Chesterfield train times

The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Chesterfield trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountry17:27 Norwich
4h20
21:47 Chesterfield0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Norwich to Chesterfield

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Trains from Norwich to Chesterfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 21m.

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
195 km
Average train duration
3h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£61
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
3h 21m
First train
4:50
Last train
20:13
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 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

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Greater Anglia from Norwich to Chesterfield trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Chesterfield from £61. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£31
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Greater Anglia Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£128
Greater Anglia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£61
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Greater Anglia from Norwich to Chesterfield trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Chesterfield from £61. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£31
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Greater Anglia Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£128
Greater Anglia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Greater Anglia classes and the amenities included in each one.

First Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£61
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day

Complete guide to Chesterfield

Things to do in Chesterfield

Discover the best of Chesterfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chesterfield trip today.

  • Must visit

Barrow Hill Roundhouse Railway Centre

Britain's remaining operational railway roundhouse museum, offering heritage locomotives, workshops and regular rail-themed events.

  • Recommended

Chesterfield Museum

Volunteer-run local museum covering Chesterfield's history, industries and community life inside the town hall complex in the historic centre.

  • Recommended

Hollingwood Hub and John Varley II

A working narrowboat museum and trip boat on the Chesterfield Canal, explaining life afloat and the waterway's restoration story.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in London; local buses and casual meals are reasonably priced for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Tipping in cafés is optional. Taxi fares are often rounded up or tipped by 5-10%.

FAQs: Norwich to Chesterfield train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Chesterfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £61, while the average price tends to be around £71.
The train journey from Norwich to Chesterfield covers a distance of 195 km and takes approximately 3h 21m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Norwich to Chesterfield is 195 km.
The first train from Norwich to Chesterfield leaves at 4:50.
The last train from Norwich to Chesterfield departs at 20:13.
Trains from Norwich to Chesterfield run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Norwich to Chesterfield.
Yes, there is a direct train between Norwich and Chesterfield. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
To travel from Norwich to Chesterfield, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Chesterfield.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Chesterfield is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at Chesterfield station (CHD).
The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Chesterfield is by train, costing approximately £61.
Booking trains from Norwich to Chesterfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Norwich to Chesterfield offers varied scenery, including picturesque countryside views, charming villages, and the rolling landscapes of East Anglia and the Midlands.
A day trip from Norwich to Chesterfield is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 21m each way. Trains are available 4 times per day.
To explore Chesterfield's highlights, such as the famous Crooked Spire, the bustling markets, and nearby attractions like the Peak District, a visit of 2 to 3 days would be ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Norwich to Chesterfield.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Chesterfield

Most Norwich to Chesterfield trains use the Norwich to Chesterfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Chesterfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Norwich
Arrival train stations in Chesterfield

Which Norwich station do trains to Chesterfield leave from?

Trains from Norwich to Chesterfield leave from Norwich. The station is 1 km from Norwich city centre at Norwich station, Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF.
NorwichNorwich station, Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EFWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre

Bus8, 35, 8A, 9, 2, 8C · 2m · £2 · every ~14 min
132 · 14m · £2

Norwich train station facilities and services

Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Norwich.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, 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 Norwich: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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