Doncaster to Chesterfield by train

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Overview: trains from Doncaster to Chesterfield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Doncaster to Chesterfield, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:57 View journey
Last train 21:02 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 35m View journey
Distance (km) 37
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey AU$34.61 View journey
Avg journey time 41m
Train operators 3

Going from Doncaster to Chesterfield by train

About to set off from Doncaster to Chesterfield by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Doncaster to Chesterfield

Ready to book tickets from Doncaster to Chesterfield? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Doncaster and Chesterfield typically run AU$34.61.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 months in advance.

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Train schedule for travel between Doncaster and Chesterfield

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 24 trains make this journey of 37 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Doncaster is at 05:57 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:02.

During the weekend, 06:47 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 20:59 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 37 minutes.

Doncaster to Chesterfield distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 37 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 35 minutes.

How far in advance Doncaster and Chesterfield tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Doncaster and Chesterfield are available 4 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Doncaster to Chesterfield

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Chesterfield city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Doncaster to Chesterfield

Want to know more about your journey from Doncaster to Chesterfield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Doncaster and Chesterfield covers 37 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.