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
€57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chesterfield in December
Estimated hotel price
€57
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 58 km from Chesterfield. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Chesterfield from Ireland departs from Dublin 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 Bradford takes 1h 24m and costs around €17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about €20 for a 1h 28m trip. The train station in Chesterfield is called Chesterfield, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chesterfield is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 213 km 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, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Chesterfield takes 72 km and will cost you around €11. From Leeds, the ticket costs about €13 for a journey of 113 km. Chesterfield’s bus station is located 1.9 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Chesterfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 58 km from Chesterfield. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Chesterfield from Ireland departs from Dublin 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 Bradford takes 1h 24m and costs around €17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about €20 for a 1h 28m trip. The train station in Chesterfield is called Chesterfield, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chesterfield is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 213 km 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, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Chesterfield takes 72 km and will cost you around €11. From Leeds, the ticket costs about €13 for a journey of 113 km. Chesterfield’s bus station is located 1.9 km from the city centre.

Airports near Chesterfield

Airlines serving Chesterfield

Lufthansa
Good (4,650 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,478 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,164 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chesterfield

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)
€174+
Casa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€100+
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€78+
Van Dyk by Wildes
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
€93+
Days Inn by Wyndham Sheffield M1
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
€42+
ibis Chesterfield North - Barlborough
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
€45+

Hiring a car in Chesterfield

Expect to pay €1.73 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 €20.76 and €27.68.

Expect to pay €1.73 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 €20.76 and €27.68.