Chesterfield travel guide

Chesterfield Tourism | Chesterfield Guide

You're Going to Love Chesterfield

With a population of 70,679, Chesterfield is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Chesterfield to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Chesterfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Odyssey Greek Restaurant (1-3 Knifesmithgate) and The galleon steakhouse (48 St Mary's Gate) are great picks.

When to visit Chesterfield

Chesterfield in December
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chesterfield in December
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chesterfield

Plane

Although Chesterfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 36 miles from Chesterfield. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Chesterfield departs from Belfast and takes around 1h.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Chesterfield, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Chesterfield to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around £4 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £35 for a 2h 06m trip. The train station in Chesterfield is called Chesterfield, and is located 0.8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chesterfield is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 133 miles from Chesterfield. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chesterfield, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Chesterfield takes 45 miles and will cost you around £3. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 70 miles. Chesterfield’s bus station is located 1.2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Chesterfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 36 miles from Chesterfield. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Chesterfield departs from Belfast and takes around 1h.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Chesterfield, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Chesterfield to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around £4 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £35 for a 2h 06m trip. The train station in Chesterfield is called Chesterfield, and is located 0.8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chesterfield is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 133 miles from Chesterfield. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chesterfield, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Chesterfield takes 45 miles and will cost you around £3. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 70 miles. Chesterfield’s bus station is located 1.2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Chesterfield

Airlines serving Chesterfield

Lufthansa
Good (4,698 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,268 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,963 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,943 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chesterfield

Average rates range from around £92 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £111 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include ibis Chesterfield Centre - Market Town and ibis Chesterfield North - Barlborough.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chesterfield

Most booked hotels in Chesterfield

Peak Edge Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£137+
Casa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£99+
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£65+
Van Dyk by Wildes
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£88+
ibis Budget Sheffield Centre St Marys Gate
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£36+
Days Inn by Wyndham Sheffield M1
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£37+

Hiring a car in Chesterfield

Hiring a car in Chesterfield costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Chesterfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. Compact (Volkswagen Taigo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chesterfield, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Chesterfield costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Chesterfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. Compact (Volkswagen Taigo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Chesterfield, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.