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Barrow Hill Roundhouse Railway Centre
Britain's remaining operational railway roundhouse museum, offering heritage locomotives, workshops and regular rail-themed events.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
1 h 42 m
Trains on 12 Sept
6
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull to Chesterfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull to Chesterfield will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Solihull to Chesterfield you need to make at least one change.
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C21563Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solihull to Chesterfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 96 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Solihull to Chesterfield:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Solihull to Chesterfield costing on average £78.
Other travel options to Chesterfield take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 15m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (1h 9m by train vs 1h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £20 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.
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.
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Solihull to Chesterfield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 18:41 |
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Discover the best of Chesterfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chesterfield trip today.
Britain's remaining operational railway roundhouse museum, offering heritage locomotives, workshops and regular rail-themed events.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Chesterfield's history, industries and community life inside the town hall complex in the historic centre.
A working narrowboat museum and trip boat on the Chesterfield Canal, explaining life afloat and the waterway's restoration story.
A restored inland waterway with towpaths, locks and waterside scenery, ideal for gentle walking and learning about local industrial heritage.
Large landscaped park with boating lake, gardens and event space, popular for walks and a classic green escape close to the centre.
Historic market area at the heart of town life, known for outdoor stalls, civic buildings and an easy introduction to Chesterfield's character.
A Derbyshire oatcake is a soft savoury pancake of oatmeal and flour, traditionally filled with cheese or bacon. It is a staple across north Derbyshire and nearby Chesterfield.
Bakewell pudding is a warm Derbyshire tart with jam and an egg-almond filling. It is strongly associated with the county and widely eaten locally as a classic dessert.
A full English breakfast is a popular local café staple, usually with bacon, sausage, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. It reflects everyday traditional eating in the area.
Long-established local café and deli popular for breakfasts, lunches, coffee and baked goods in an informal setting.
Stylish restaurant and bar serving modern British dishes, steaks and cocktails in a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Contemporary Indian restaurant with a strong local reputation for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in London; local buses and casual meals are reasonably priced for visitors.
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%.
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Chesterfield railway station -> Chesterfield Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull 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.

Most Solihull to Chesterfield trains use the Solihull to Chesterfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Solihull and Chesterfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Solihull 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, 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: Yes.
Chesterfield is 1 km from Chesterfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Chesterfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chesterfield.
ATMs are available at Chesterfield.
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.
Available at Chesterfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Chesterfield: Bike Parking.
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.
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