Going from Preston to Chesterfield by train

About to set off from Preston 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 for travel between Preston and Chesterfield

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €27.45, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Preston and Chesterfield

If you are taking the train from Preston to Chesterfield, you will have 51 trains each day (with a departure every 15 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 01:06. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:46. On weekends, the first train departs at 03:56, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:35.

Average train travel time and distance from Preston to Chesterfield

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 3 minutes, spanning 103 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Preston and Chesterfield available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Preston and Chesterfield can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Further insights on trains from Preston to Chesterfield

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Chesterfield city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Preston to Chesterfield by train?

The trip from Preston to Chesterfield covers a distance of 103 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Preston to Chesterfield?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €27.45. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Preston to Chesterfield train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Chesterfield?

The quickest journey is 2 hours and 3 minutes.