What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chesterfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chesterfield. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The distance between Cardiff and Chesterfield is 174 miles. The road distance is 170.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Chesterfield without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield without a car is to train via Derby which takes 3h 14m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chesterfield train from?

Cardiff to Chesterfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or fly from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield is to train via Derby which takes 3h 14m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £230 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chesterfield train arrive?

Cardiff to Chesterfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chesterfield is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Chesterfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Chesterfield?

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Where can I stay near Chesterfield?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Chesterfield.

Cardiff to Chesterfield - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Chesterfield by train, car, or plane

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 14m
£75–112
Drive 169.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chesterfieldcar 169.6 mi
3h 13m
£42–61
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane CWL - EMA
8h 40m
£53–226
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chesterfieldtrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 17m
£75–120
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Chesterfieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 51m
£77–122

Cardiff to Chesterfield by train

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chesterfield, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus and Ryanair fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) twice daily.

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